Author's Purpose

Author's Purpose

Assessment

Flashcard

English

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RI.6.6, RI.5.5, RI.6.10

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose when writing to entertain?

Back

The author's purpose when writing to entertain is to make the reader enjoy the story by keeping their attention.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of writing is exemplified by a campaign speech that encourages voting for a candidate?

Back

This is an example of persuasive writing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary goal of informative writing?

Back

The primary goal of informative writing is to give information and teach facts.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when an author writes with the purpose to persuade?

Back

It means the author is trying to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify a key characteristic of entertaining writing.

Back

A key characteristic of entertaining writing is that it engages the reader's emotions and imagination.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of informative writing?

Back

A recipe that provides step-by-step instructions for cooking is an example of informative writing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify persuasive writing?

Back

Persuasive writing can be identified by its use of arguments, emotional appeals, and calls to action.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

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