What is the author's purpose and message?

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author wrote a text. It can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or explain.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To entertain means to write in a way that is enjoyable and engaging for the reader, often through stories or humor.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader about a specific topic.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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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 explain in writing?

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To explain means to clarify or make something understandable for the reader.

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What is an example of a text that entertains?

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A story about a girl who has a fun day at the amusement park.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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An article about the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables.

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What is an example of a text that persuades?

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A letter encouraging people to recycle more to help the environment.

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What is an example of a text that explains?

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A how-to guide on making a paper airplane.

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How can you identify the author's purpose?

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You can identify the author's purpose by looking at the content, tone, and style of the writing.