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 an author writes a text. It can be to inform, persuade, or entertain the reader.

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What does it mean to inform?

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

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What does it mean to persuade?

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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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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader.

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Example of a text that informs:

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A map of the world showing continents, countries, and oceans.

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Example of a text that entertains:

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A Garfield comic where Garfield hates Mondays and loves lasagna.

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Example of a text that persuades:

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A brochure arguing against shopping at Walmart because it harms local businesses.

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What type of text is a novel about a girl demanding respect?

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It is meant to entertain.

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What type of text is a book of knock-knock jokes?

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It is meant to entertain.

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

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Look for clues in the content, tone, and style of writing.