Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose when they write to persuade?

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The author is trying to get you to do or try something.

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What is the author's purpose in a non-fiction book?

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To inform the reader.

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What is the purpose of signs along a trail in a national park?

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To inform visitors about the trees, plants, and animals.

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What type of text is considered informational?

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A text that gives facts or teaches something.

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What is the main purpose of advertisements?

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To persuade the audience.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To provide facts or information to the reader.

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What is an example of a persuasive text?

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An advertisement trying to sell a product.

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What is the difference between informative and persuasive writing?

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Informative writing aims to teach or provide information, while persuasive writing aims to convince the reader.

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What type of writing entertains the reader?

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Fictional stories, poems, and plays.

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What is a key characteristic of informational text?

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It presents facts and data.