Authors Purpose

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An author's purpose is...

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the reason an author writes

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What is the purpose of the letter about pets in restaurants? Options: to persuade, to inform, to entertain

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to persuade

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Purpose of the National Park trail signs: Welcome to National Park
Watch for signs along the trail. They will tell you about the trees, plants, and animals that live here. The trail is six miles long and takes the average person two hours to hike. There are two rest stops along the way. 

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to inform

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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

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What is the author's purpose in the story about Ted trying out for the basketball team?

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to entertain you with a story about a boy who worked hard

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What is the author's purpose in the story about Beth's visit to the circus?

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entertain: to tell a story about a girl who enjoyed the circus

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What is the author's purpose for a book series like Harry Potter?

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Entertain the reader with a story about a boy wizard

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When an author writes to persuade, it means the author is:

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trying to get you to do or try something.

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When an author's purpose is to inform, it means the author is

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trying to give you information and teach you facts.

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When the author's purpose is to entertain, the author is:

• trying to make you enjoy the story by keeping the reader's attention.
• trying to get you to do or try something.
• trying to give you information and teach you facts.
• trying to see if you are paying attention.

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trying to make you enjoy the story by keeping the reader's attention.