Author's Purpose
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English
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4th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary purpose of an author when writing a text?
Back
The primary purpose of an author can be to inform, entertain, or persuade the audience.
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CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for an author to inform the reader?
Back
To inform means to provide factual information or knowledge about a specific topic.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of an author who writes to entertain?
Back
The purpose of entertaining is to engage the reader's emotions and provide enjoyment through storytelling or humor.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does an author persuade the audience?
Back
An author persuades by presenting arguments, opinions, or emotional appeals to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RI.6.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can an author's purpose change throughout a text?
Back
Yes, an author's purpose can change depending on the context, audience, or specific sections of the text.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RI.2.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some common techniques authors use to inform readers?
Back
Common techniques include using facts, statistics, examples, and clear explanations.
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CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some common techniques authors use to entertain readers?
Back
Common techniques include storytelling, humor, vivid descriptions, and relatable characters.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.6
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