Theme and Author's Purpose

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What does the acronym PIE stand for in relation to author's purpose?

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PIE stands for Persuade, Inform, Entertain.

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What is the primary purpose of a newspaper article?

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To inform the readers.

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What is a simile?

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A simile compares two things using 'like' or 'as'.

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Is a verb considered part of figurative language?

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No, a verb is not part of figurative language.

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What does the 'I' in PIE represent?

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Inform, information, informing, when you inform.

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What is the purpose of an author who wants to persuade?

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?

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A metaphor compares two things directly, while a simile uses 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the author's purpose when writing a story meant to entertain?

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To amuse or engage the reader.

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What does it mean to analyze an author's purpose?

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To examine why the author wrote the text and what they hope to achieve.

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What is an example of figurative language?

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Metaphors, similes, personification, and hyperbole are examples of figurative language.