author's purpose and point of view

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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 inform, entertain, persuade, or explain.

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What does 'point of view' mean in literature?

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Point of view refers to the perspective from which a story is told. It determines how much the reader knows about the characters' thoughts and feelings.

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What is 1st person point of view?

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1st person point of view uses the pronoun 'I' and allows the reader to see the narrator's thoughts and feelings.

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What is 3rd person limited point of view?

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3rd person limited point of view uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and reveals the thoughts and feelings of only one character.

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What is 3rd person objective point of view?

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3rd person objective point of view uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and does not reveal any character's thoughts or feelings.

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What is 2nd person point of view?

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2nd person point of view uses the pronoun 'you' and addresses the reader directly.

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What is the purpose of writing to inform?

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The purpose of writing to inform is to provide the reader with factual information about a topic.

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What is the purpose of writing to entertain?

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The purpose of writing to entertain is to engage the reader's imagination and provide enjoyment.

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What is the purpose of writing to persuade?

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The purpose of writing to persuade is to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What is the purpose of writing to explain?

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The purpose of writing to explain is to clarify a concept or process for the reader.