Audience & Purpose

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What is the definition of audience?

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The readers that the text is intended for.

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What does narrative writing do?

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Entertain.

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What is the author's purpose in a novel about a young girl who demands respect from the world?

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Entertain.

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What is the author's purpose of the Food Group Pyramid text?

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To inform you about better health.

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What is the audience and purpose of a book of over 1,000 knock-knock jokes?

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Kids / Entertain.

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What are the three main purposes of a text?

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To persuade, inform, or entertain (PIE).

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To provide information or facts to the reader.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment.

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How can understanding the audience help in writing?

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It helps tailor the content and style to meet the needs and interests of the readers.