Author's Purpose

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What is an author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes.

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What is the purpose of writing to persuade?

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To get you to do or try something.

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What does it mean when an author writes to inform?

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The author is trying to give you information and teach you facts.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?

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A billboard asking voters to appoint someone to a position.

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What is the purpose of writing to entertain?

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To make you enjoy the story by keeping the reader's attention.

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What are the three main purposes of an author's writing?

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To inform, to persuade, and to entertain.

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

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

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What is the difference between informing and persuading?

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Informing provides facts, while persuading tries to convince the reader to take action.

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What type of writing aims to change a reader's opinion?

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Persuasive writing.

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What is an example of writing that informs?

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A textbook or an article that explains a scientific concept.