Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose for a biography?

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To inform the reader about an important person's life.

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What is the author's purpose of Justin Bieber's song titled 'Sorry'?

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To express his feelings and artistic gift.

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What is the author's purpose in the story about Beth and her mom at the circus?

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To tell a story about a girl who enjoyed the circus.

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What is the author's purpose of a magazine article about JJ Watt?

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To inform the reader about JJ Watt's professional career.

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What is the author's purpose of the text about volunteering?

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To persuade.

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What does it mean to inform the reader?

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To provide facts or information about a topic.

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What does it mean to persuade the reader?

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To convince the reader to think or act in a certain way.

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What does it mean to entertain the reader?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through stories or humor.

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What is an example of an author's purpose in a fairy tale?

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To entertain the reader with a magical story.

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What is an example of an author's purpose in a news article?

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To inform the reader about current events.