Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason why the author wrote the text, such as to inform, persuade, or entertain.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince the reader to believe or do something.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through stories or humor.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to inform?

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A textbook explaining a scientific concept.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?

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An advertisement encouraging people to buy a product.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

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A funny story or a comic book.

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What type of text would likely inform you about healthy eating?

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A guide or article about nutrition.

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What type of text would likely persuade you to study hard?

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An essay encouraging students to value education.

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What type of text would likely entertain you with a story?

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A fairy tale or a novel.