Author's Purpose Practice 9/24

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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, explain, or persuade.

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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 engaging for the reader, often through stories or humor.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader about a specific topic.

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What does it mean to explain in writing?

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To explain means to clarify or make something understandable for the reader, often through step-by-step instructions.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to believe or do something, often by presenting arguments or reasons.

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What is an example of a text that describes?

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A text that describes might be a postcard that shares sights, sounds, and smells from a vacation.

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What is an example of a text that entertains?

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A fiction story about a magical princess is an example of a text that entertains.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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A textbook or an article that provides facts about a historical event is an example of a text that informs.

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What is an example of a text that explains?

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A recipe that outlines the steps to bake a pie is an example of a text that explains.

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How can you identify the author's purpose?

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