Authors Purpose Review

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What is an author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader.

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What is the purpose of a persuasive text?

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

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

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A textbook or an article that provides factual information.

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What type of writing is a knock-knock joke?

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Entertain.

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What is the author's purpose in a story about hard work?

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To tell a story about a boy who worked hard.

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What is the purpose of a book that teaches how to paint?

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To inform.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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To convince the reader to agree with the author's opinion.

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

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A comic book or a humorous novel.

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What is the author's purpose in a promotional advertisement?

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To persuade you to buy a product or service.