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 persuade, inform, or entertain the reader.

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What does 'PIE' stand for in author's purpose?

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'PIE' stands for Persuade, Inform, Entertain.

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What type of writing aims to convince the reader?

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Persuasive writing aims to convince the reader to do or believe something.

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What is informative writing?

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Informative writing provides facts and information to teach the reader about a topic.

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Give an example of entertaining writing.

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A funny story or a comic book is an example of entertaining writing.

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What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

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The purpose of persuasive writing is to get the reader to do or try something.

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What type of writing includes documentaries and news articles?

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Informative writing includes documentaries, news articles, and non-fiction books.

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What is an example of persuasive writing?

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Commercials and political ads are examples of persuasive writing.

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What does it mean to inform the reader?

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

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What is the goal of entertaining writing?

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The goal of entertaining writing is to keep the reader engaged and make them enjoy the story.