Authors Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to do, buy, or believe something.

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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 entertain?

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To entertain means to amuse the reader or provide enjoyment through writing.

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What is an example of a text that aims to persuade?

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An advertisement is an example of a text that aims to persuade.

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What is an example of a text that aims to inform?

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A news article is an example of a text that aims to inform.

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What is an example of a text that aims to entertain?

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A short story or a poem is an example of a text that aims to entertain.

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What type of writing is often used to explain something?

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Expository writing is often used to explain something.

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What is the purpose of a non-fiction book?

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The purpose of a non-fiction book is usually to inform the reader about real events, people, or facts.

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

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