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 an author writes a text. It can be to inform, persuade, entertain, or instruct.

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What does it mean to inform?

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

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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 engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment through storytelling or humor.

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What does it mean to instruct?

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To instruct means to provide guidance or directions on how to do something.

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Another word for author's purpose is ____________

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Author's Reason.

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What is an example of a text that aims to inform?

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A textbook or an article that provides factual information.

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What is an example of a text that aims to persuade?

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An advertisement or a political speech.

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What is an example of a text that aims to entertain?

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A novel or a short story.

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What is an example of a text that aims to instruct?

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A recipe or a how-to guide.