Author's Purpose and POV Vocabulary

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What is the definition of informational text?

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Text that the author writes in order to teach the reader something.

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What does bias mean in the context of writing?

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When the author clearly favors one side over the other.

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What is the author's purpose in a text?

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The main reason the author writes the text.

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What is explanatory text?

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Text that the author writes in order to provide the reader with a step-by-step method or process.

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True or False: All nonfiction text contains bias.

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False.

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What are the different types of author's purpose?

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To inform, to persuade, to entertain, and to express.

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How can a reader identify bias in a text?

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By analyzing the language, tone, and the evidence presented.

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What is the significance of understanding an author's point of view?

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It helps the reader critically evaluate the text and understand the author's perspective.

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What is the difference between objective and subjective writing?

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Objective writing presents facts without personal feelings, while subjective writing includes personal opinions and emotions.

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What role does audience play in determining an author's purpose?

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The author's purpose may change based on who the intended audience is.