Authors Purpose

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What is the author’s purpose for writing this selection?

It was a dark and spooky night and I was all alone in the old hotel bed. I tried to go to sleep, but I was too scared! My friends had told me too many stories about staying at this hotel, but I wanted to stay here anyways. All of a sudden I heard a rustling sound on the floor. I covered my head with the blanket in fear!

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Inform

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Describe

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Persuade

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Entertain

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Entertain

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An author's purpose is...

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the reason an author writes

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

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Inform

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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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Entertain

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To make people enjoy something

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When an author writes to entertain, they:

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try to capture your attention with something funny or emotional

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What is the purpose of a menu for a Chinese restaurant?

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Inform