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 the author writes a text, which can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or describe.

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What does it mean to inform?

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

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What is persuasive text?

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Persuasive text is writing that aims to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

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What is informational text?

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Informational text is writing that provides factual information and teaches the reader about a specific subject.

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What is the purpose of advertisements?

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The purpose of advertisements is to persuade the audience to buy a product or service.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or engaging content.

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What is a descriptive text?

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Descriptive text is writing that aims to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind by using detailed descriptions.

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

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

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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An example of a text that informs is a news article that provides facts about current events.

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What is an example of a text that persuades?

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An example of a text that persuades is a commercial that encourages viewers to buy a product.