Author's Purpose

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What is the primary purpose of textbooks and non-fiction books?

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To inform the reader.

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What is the author's purpose in expository essays?

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To inform the audience about a specific topic.

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What is the main goal of a narrative?

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To entertain the reader.

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What is the purpose of a persuasive letter, such as a child's letter to Santa?

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To persuade the recipient to take a specific action.

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What is the author's purpose in a song?

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To entertain the listener.

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What types of texts are typically designed to inform?

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Textbooks, biographies, newspaper articles, and directions.

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How do authors achieve the purpose of entertaining in narratives?

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By telling a story that engages the reader's emotions and imagination.

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What are some common techniques used in persuasive writing?

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Appeals to emotion, logical reasoning, and strong evidence.

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What distinguishes informative texts from persuasive texts?

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Informative texts aim to provide facts and information, while persuasive texts aim to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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Can a single text have multiple purposes?

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Yes, a text can inform, entertain, and persuade simultaneously.