Grade 7 Authors Purpose

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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, persuade, entertain, or describe.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince someone to believe or do something.

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What is an example of a text written to inform?

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A textbook or an article that provides factual information about a topic.

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What is an example of a text written to entertain?

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A novel or a poem that tells a story or uses creative language to engage the reader.

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What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?

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The purpose of a persuasive essay is to convince the reader to accept a particular point of view or take a specific action.

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What is the purpose of an advertisement?

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The purpose of an advertisement is to persuade consumers to buy a product or service.

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What does it mean to describe?

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To describe means to provide details about something, including its characteristics and features.

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What is an example of a text written to describe?

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A descriptive essay that paints a picture of a place, person, or event.

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What is the author's purpose in writing a poem about nature?

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The author's purpose may be to entertain readers with vivid imagery and language.

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What is the difference between informing and persuading?

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Informing provides facts and information, while persuading aims to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint.