Grade 7 Authors Purpose

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What is the author's purpose in writing a diary entry?

Back

To record thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

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

Back

To Persuade.

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What is the purpose of an advertisement for a new smartphone?

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To persuade consumers to buy the product.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What is the likely purpose of a blog post sharing travel stories?

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To entertain readers with travel anecdotes.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What is the purpose of an editorial arguing for more parks?

Back

To persuade the public and city officials to take action.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What does 'to inform' mean in the context of writing?

Back

To provide information or facts about a topic.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What does 'to entertain' mean in the context of writing?

Back

To engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What does 'to describe' mean in the context of writing?

Back

To give a detailed account of something.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is a common purpose of a news article?

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To inform the public about current events.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

Front

What is the purpose of a personal narrative?

Back

To share personal experiences and insights.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10