Author's Purpose

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An author's purpose is...

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the reason an author writes

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The author is the ____________ of a story.

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writer

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Reasons why authors write: Entertain, Inform, Persuade. What is not a reason?

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Illustrate

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What is the purpose of the letter: "Dear Edith, Pets should be allowed in restaurants. I brought my dog to dinner, and the waiter threw us out. He said that dogs were dirty, but my dog is cleaner than many people. I know! It's not fair - it's a ridiculous rule, and it should be changed."? Options: to persuade, to inform, to entertain

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to persuade

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What is the purpose of the story about the sad dragon? Options: to persuade, to inform, to entertain

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to entertain

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Purpose of the National Park trail signs?

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to inform

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In a non-fiction book, the author's purpose is to:

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Inform

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Advertisements are created to: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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Persuade

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The author wants to amuse you or for you to enjoy the writing.

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose in the statement: "Do you want to be an artist? Just enroll in 'The Awesome Artists' program. Don't let this opportunity or your talent slip away. We guarantee you will be painting like the masters in two weeks for a low cost of $59.95."

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to persuade you to attend an art program