Author's Purpose - Answer, Describe, Explain

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What is the author's purpose when they describe something?

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The author's purpose is to give details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What does it mean when an author is answering a question?

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It means the author is providing a response to a specific question posed in the text.

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What is the author's purpose when they explain something?

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The author's purpose is to make something clear or easy to understand by providing information.

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What is an example of describing?

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An example is when an author talks about the colors and flavors of lemonade.

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What is an example of answering?

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An example is when an author answers the question: 'What is a Ferris wheel?'

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What is an example of explaining?

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An example is when an author explains how to plant a lemon seed.

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Why do authors describe things in their writing?

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Authors describe things to help readers visualize and understand them better.

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Why do authors answer questions in their writing?

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Authors answer questions to provide information and clarify doubts for the reader.

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Why do authors explain things in their writing?

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Authors explain things to help readers learn and understand new concepts.

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What is the purpose of the text if it tells why people go to libraries?

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The purpose is to explain the reasons behind people's visits to libraries.