Authors Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes.

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What does it mean when an author's purpose is to inform?

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The author is trying to give you information and teach you facts.

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What type of writing includes fiction books, fantasy, and comic books?

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Entertaining writing.

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What are examples of informative writing?

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Documentaries, non-fiction books, history/science books, news articles, recipes, and biographies.

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What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

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To get you to do or try something.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

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A story that makes you laugh or feel excited.

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What is the main goal of informative writing?

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To provide facts and information.

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What type of writing aims to convince the reader?

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Persuasive writing.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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A news article.

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What is the purpose of a biography?

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To inform about a person's life.