What is the author's purpose and message?
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the author's purpose?
Back
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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CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to entertain in writing?
Back
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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CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to inform in writing?
Back
To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader about a specific topic.
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CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to persuade in writing?
Back
To persuade means to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to explain in writing?
Back
To explain means to clarify or make something understandable for the reader.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a text that entertains?
Back
A story about a girl who has a fun day at the amusement park.
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CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a text that informs?
Back
An article about the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables.
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CCSS.RI.2.5
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
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