Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To give the reader true facts and information.

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

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To convince the reader to agree with a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.

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What is one way an author can entertain readers?

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By telling a fun story.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To try to change the mind of the reader.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to inform?

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Writing a book about the solar system.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

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Writing a funny story about a dog.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?

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Writing an advertisement for a new toy.

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What type of writing aims to explain something?

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Expository writing.

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What is a common reason authors write?

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To share their thoughts and ideas.