Author's Purpose

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What is the primary purpose of an author when writing a novel?

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To entertain the reader.

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What does it mean when an author aims to entertain?

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The author wants to amuse the reader or provide enjoyment through their writing.

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What is the primary purpose of an author when writing a non-fiction book?

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To inform the reader.

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What is the purpose of an author when writing a textbook?

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To inform and educate the reader on a specific subject.

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What does it mean when an author aims to persuade?

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The author wants the reader to do, buy, or believe something.

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List the three main purposes of an author's writing.

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To entertain, to inform, and to persuade.

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How can you identify an author's purpose in a text?

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By analyzing the content, tone, and style of the writing.

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What type of writing typically aims to entertain?

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Fiction, such as novels and short stories.

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What type of writing typically aims to inform?

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Non-fiction, such as textbooks, articles, and essays.

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What type of writing typically aims to persuade?

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Persuasive writing, such as advertisements, opinion pieces, and speeches.