Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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

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CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What does it mean to inform?

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

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What does it mean to persuade?

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

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CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or engaging content.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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

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An article explaining the benefits of a balanced diet.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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

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A commercial encouraging viewers to buy a new product.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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

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A short story about a magical adventure.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What is the importance of checking the credibility of a source?

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Checking the credibility of a source ensures that the information is reliable and accurate.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What should you do if you find conflicting information in different sources?

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You should verify the facts by checking multiple credible sources.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is the role of the Food Group Pyramid?

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The Food Group Pyramid serves to inform people about healthy eating habits and the importance of a balanced diet.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7