Authors Purpose

Authors Purpose

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English

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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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, or persuade the reader.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to entertain?

Back

To entertain means to make people enjoy something, often through storytelling, humor, or engaging content.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is one way an author can entertain the reader?

Back

An author can entertain the reader by using humor, interesting characters, or exciting plots in their writing.

4.

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Front

What is the author's purpose in a recipe?

Back

The author's purpose in a recipe is to inform the reader how to prepare a dish.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose in a novel?

Back

The author's purpose in a novel is often to entertain the reader through storytelling.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to inform?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose in a persuasive essay?

Back

The author's purpose in a persuasive essay is to persuade the reader to agree with their point of view.

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