Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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

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CCSS.RI.6.9

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To entertain means to write in a way that is enjoyable and amusing for the reader, often using humor or interesting stories.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To inform means to provide facts, details, or explanations about a topic to educate the reader.

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CCSS.RI.6.9

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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

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CCSS.RI.6.9

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CCSS.RL.6.6

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What types of writing are typically informative?

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Informative writing includes documentaries, non-fiction books, news articles, and biographies.

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What is an example of entertaining writing?

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An example of entertaining writing is a humorous story or a funny comic.

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CCSS.RI.6.9

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What is an example of persuasive writing?

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An example of persuasive writing is an advertisement or a political speech.

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

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You can identify the author's purpose by looking at the content, tone, and style of the writing.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is the purpose of a news article?

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The purpose of a news article is to inform the public about current events and important information.

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What is the purpose of a recipe?

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The purpose of a recipe is to inform the reader how to prepare a specific dish.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

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