Authors Purpose

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What does 'entertain' mean?

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To make people enjoy something.

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What is the primary purpose of an author who writes about the benefits of good nutrition?

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To give information about good nutrition.

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What is the primary purpose of an author who provides step-by-step directions for making homemade cinnamon rolls?

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To explain the steps to make homemade cinnamon rolls.

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What does 'inform' mean?

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To give information.

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What is the primary purpose of an author who encourages readers to get enough sleep?

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To persuade readers to get the right amount of sleep each night.

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What are the three main purposes an author can have when writing?

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To entertain, to inform, or to persuade.

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How can an author use statistics in their writing?

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To inform or persuade readers by providing evidence.

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What is the difference between 'to inform' and 'to persuade'?

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To inform means to give information, while to persuade means to convince someone to take a specific action or adopt a certain belief.

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What type of writing is typically used to entertain readers?

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Fiction, stories, or humorous articles.

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What is an example of a persuasive writing technique?

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Using emotional appeals or strong language to convince the reader.