03.10 | Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose of a brochure from Disney World?

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To inform me about Disney but also persuade me to take a trip there.

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Define the Author's Purpose 'to inform'.

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A reading passage that contains facts about a particular subject.

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What is the purpose of a weather statement predicting snow?

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To inform the reader of the weather forecast.

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What is the author's purpose in a story about a boy trying out for a basketball team?

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To tell a story about a boy who worked hard.

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What is the author's purpose in describing spiders?

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To describe characteristics of a spider.

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What does it mean when an author writes to persuade?

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A reading passage that contains many opinions or tries to convince readers to do something, buy something, or believe something.

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

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A story filled with humor and engaging characters.

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What is the author's purpose in a news article?

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To inform the public about current events.

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How can an author inform readers?

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By providing facts and data about a specific topic.

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What is the purpose of a personal narrative?

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To tell a personal story or experience.