Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose for a biography?

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Inform the reader about an important person's life.

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Define the Author's Purpose "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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An expository essay on your best friend is written most likely to?

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Inform readers about who and why they are your best friend.

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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 author's purpose of the Food Group Pyramid?

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To inform you about the Food Group Pyramid.

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What does it mean when an author writes to entertain?

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A reading passage that is enjoyable to read, tells a personal story, or teaches a lesson through the use of a story.

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

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

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What is the main goal of an informative text?

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To provide facts and information about a specific topic.

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What type of writing aims to express feelings or thoughts?

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Expressive writing.

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What is the author's purpose in a narrative story?

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To tell a story and engage the reader's emotions.