Author's Purpose

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What are the main purposes of an author when writing?

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To entertain, to inform, to persuade.

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Which of the following is NOT an author's purpose for writing?

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Illustrate.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince people to agree with you or to do something.

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In a non-fiction book, what is the author's primary purpose?

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To inform.

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What is the author's purpose in a persuasive letter?

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To persuade the reader to agree with the author's viewpoint.

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

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Writing a fictional story or a humorous article.

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

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Writing a textbook or a news article.

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

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Writing an advertisement or a political speech.

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

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

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What type of writing is primarily meant to entertain?

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Fiction, poetry, and plays.