Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose when writing?

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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 express feelings.

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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 someone to think or act in a certain way.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement through stories, jokes, or engaging content.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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A National Geographic article about animals.

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What is an example of a text that persuades?

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An advertisement encouraging people to buy a product.

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What is an example of a text that entertains?

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A novel about a young wizard's adventures.

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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.

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What is the author's purpose in a travel brochure?

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The author's purpose in a travel brochure is usually to inform and persuade readers to visit a location.

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What is the author's purpose in a school essay about the importance of education?

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The author's purpose is to persuade students to value education and work hard in school.