Author's Purpose

Author's Purpose

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English

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose?

Back

The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text. It can be to inform, persuade, or entertain.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to inform?

Back

To inform means to provide information or facts about a subject.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to persuade?

Back

To persuade means to convince the reader to agree with the author's opinion or take action.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to entertain?

Back

To entertain means to amuse the reader or provide enjoyment through writing.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the author's purpose: 'Recycling will help the environment.'

Back

Persuade

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the author's purpose: 'Pets should be allowed in restaurants.'

Back

Persuade

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the author's purpose: 'The boys spent the entire day flying their kite.'

Back

Entertain

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