Author's Purpose Part 2

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What is the author's purpose in writing?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a particular text, which can include to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain.

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What are the four main types of author's purpose?

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The four main types of author's purpose are to inform, to persuade, to entertain, and to explain.

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

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You can identify the author's purpose by analyzing the content, tone, and style of the writing, as well as the intended audience.

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What is an example of writing that aims to inform?

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An example of writing that aims to inform is a biography that provides factual information about a person's life.

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What is an example of writing that aims to persuade?

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An example of writing that aims to persuade is an advertisement encouraging consumers to buy a product.

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What is an example of writing that aims to entertain?

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An example of writing that aims to entertain is a short story or a novel that tells a fictional tale.

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What is an example of writing that aims to explain?

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An example of writing that aims to explain is a how-to guide that provides step-by-step instructions.

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What is the author's purpose in Laura Ingalls Wilder's biography?

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The author's purpose is to inform readers about the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

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What is the author's purpose in a pet store advertisement?

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The author's purpose is to persuade the reader to buy a hamster.

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What is the author's purpose in a calligraphy description?

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The author's purpose is to inform the reader about an interesting form of handwriting.