Authors Purpose

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What is the author's purpose in writing?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text. It can be to persuade, inform, or entertain the audience.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to believe or do something, often through arguments or emotional appeals.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader without trying to influence their opinion.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader through storytelling or humor.

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Example of a text that aims to persuade?

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An advertisement for a product that claims it will improve your life.

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Example of a text that aims to inform?

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A news article reporting on a scientific discovery.

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Example of a text that aims to entertain?

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A short story or a comic strip that makes the reader laugh.

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What is a common technique used in persuasive writing?

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Using emotional appeals or strong language to influence the reader's feelings.

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What is a common technique used in informative writing?

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Presenting facts, statistics, and evidence to support the information.

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What is a common technique used in entertaining writing?

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Using humor, interesting characters, and engaging plots to capture the reader's attention.