Author's Purpose (PIE)

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What is the author's purpose of a book about a talking dog?

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose of a book about why you should get a pet?

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Persuade

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What is the author's purpose of a book with facts about all the Presidents of the USA?

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Inform

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to do or believe something.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To give information or facts about something.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement.

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Can a book have more than one purpose?

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Yes, a book can entertain and inform at the same time.

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What is an example of a book that entertains?

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A storybook with fun characters and adventures.

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What is an example of a book that informs?

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A book with facts about animals.

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What is an example of a book that persuades?

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A book that encourages you to adopt a pet.