Author's Purpose (PIE)

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What does 'Author's Purpose' mean?

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The reason why an author writes a text, which can be to Persuade, Inform, or Entertain.

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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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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 Entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through stories or jokes.

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What is an example of a text that Persuades?

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A commercial trying to sell a product.

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What is an example of a text that Informs?

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A newspaper article about a local event.

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What is an example of a text that Entertains?

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A funny story or a comic book.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to Persuade?

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It often uses strong language and tries to convince the reader.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to Inform?

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It provides facts, details, and explanations about a topic.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to Entertain?

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It includes stories, humor, or interesting characters.