Authors Purpose Flashcard

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What is the author's purpose for a book series like Harry Potter?

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Entertain the reader with a story about a boy wizard.

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What is the author's purpose in the story about Ted trying out for the basketball team?

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To entertain you with a story about a boy who worked hard.

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What is the purpose of a commercial selling a new Star Wars Lego toy?

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Persuade.

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What does 'inform' mean?

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Give information.

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What is the purpose of a menu for a Chinese restaurant?

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Inform.

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What is the author's purpose in a fairy tale?

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To entertain.

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What is the author's purpose in a how-to guide?

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To inform.

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

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To persuade.

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What is the author's purpose in a news article?

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To inform.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement.