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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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 humor.

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

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A news article is an example of a text that aims to inform the reader about current events.

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

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A TV commercial is an example of a text that aims to persuade viewers to buy a product.

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

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A folktale is an example of a text that aims to entertain readers with a story.

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What is the author's purpose in a biography?

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The author's purpose in a biography is typically to inform the reader about a person's life and achievements.

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What is the author's purpose in a persuasive essay?

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The author's purpose in a persuasive essay is to convince the reader to agree with their opinion or take action.

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What is the author's purpose in a fictional story?

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The author's purpose in a fictional story is often to entertain the reader with a narrative.