Author's Purpose & Perspective

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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 express feelings.

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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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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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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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What is perspective in writing?

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Perspective is the viewpoint or angle from which the author presents their ideas and arguments.

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How can an author's perspective influence their writing?

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An author's perspective can shape the tone, style, and content of their writing, affecting how readers interpret the message.

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What is a viewpoint?

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A viewpoint is a particular attitude or way of considering a matter.

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What is the difference between author's purpose and author's perspective?

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Author's purpose refers to the reason for writing, while author's perspective refers to the author's unique viewpoint or attitude towards the subject.

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What is an example of a text meant to inform?

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A textbook or an article that provides factual information about a scientific topic.

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What is an example of a text meant to persuade?

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An advertisement or a political speech that aims to convince the audience to buy a product or support a candidate.