Literary Genres/Authors Purpose

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Define literature

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Anything that we read.

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Define literary

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Of literature.

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What does it mean when an author explains something?

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The author gives direction on how to do something, or tells the steps in a process.

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What does it mean when an author informs the reader?

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The author gives true, factual information on a topic.

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What does it mean to describe in writing?

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To provide details about a person, place, or thing.

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What is the purpose of entertaining in literature?

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To engage the reader's imagination and provide enjoyment.

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What is the purpose of persuading in writing?

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

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What is a genre in literature?

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A category of literature that shares similar characteristics.

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Give an example of a literary genre.

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Fiction, Non-fiction, Poetry, Drama.

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes a text, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.