authors purpose
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the author's purpose?
Back
The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text. It can be to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain.
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CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to persuade?
Back
To persuade means to make people agree with you or to convince them to do something.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.5
CCSS.RI.2.8
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.4.8
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is one way an author can inform the reader?
Back
An author can inform the reader by providing facts, details, and explanations about a topic.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to entertain?
Back
To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement through stories, jokes, or interesting information.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a text that aims to persuade?
Back
An advertisement is an example of a text that aims to persuade people to buy a product.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.5
CCSS.RI.2.8
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.4.8
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a text that aims to inform?
Back
A textbook is an example of a text that aims to inform readers about a subject.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the author's purpose in a story about a cheetah's speed?
Back
The author's purpose is to inform the reader about the cheetah's ability to run fast.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
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