Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader.

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Example of a text that informs:

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A sticker on a frozen pizza with cooking directions.

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Example of a text that persuades:

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A protest sign that reads, 'More Libraries, Fewer Prisons!'

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Example of a text that entertains:

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A script for a TV show about a detective who can read the minds of farm animals.

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What type of text is a poem about a chef who ruins every meal?

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It is meant to entertain.

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What type of text is a novel about a young girl demanding respect?

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It is meant to entertain.

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How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?

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Look for clues in the content, tone, and style of writing.