Author's Purpose
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the author's purpose in a text?
Back
The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text, which can be to entertain, inform, persuade, or express feelings.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the four main purposes of writing?
Back
The four main purposes of writing are to entertain, inform, persuade, and express feelings.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?
Back
You can identify the author's purpose by analyzing the content, tone, and style of the writing, as well as the intended audience.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to write to entertain?
Back
Writing to entertain aims to amuse or engage the reader, often through storytelling, humor, or interesting scenarios.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to write to inform?
Back
Writing to inform aims to provide factual information or explanations about a topic to the reader.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of writing that entertains?
Back
An example of writing that entertains is a short story or a humorous article.
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CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of writing that informs?
Back
An example of writing that informs is a news article or a textbook.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
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