Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason why an author writes a text, which can be to entertain, inform, or persuade.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through stories, jokes, or interesting content.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to believe or do something.

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Example of a text that entertains:

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A comic book or a story about a fun adventure.

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Example of a text that informs:

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A newspaper article or a science report.

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Example of a text that persuades:

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An advertisement or a speech encouraging people to recycle.

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What is the purpose of a comic book?

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To entertain readers with stories and characters.

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What is the purpose of a sign that says 'Rest Stop Five Miles Ahead'?

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To inform travelers about the location of a rest stop.

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What is the purpose of a school essay about the importance of education?

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To persuade students to value their education.