Author's Purpose

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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 inform, entertain, persuade, or describe.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide facts and information to help the reader learn about a topic.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to use stories, humor, or engaging content to amuse the reader.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to agree with a point of view or take action.

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What does it mean to describe?

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To describe means to create a picture in the reader's mind using sensory details.

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

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A textbook explaining the water cycle.

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

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A fictional story about a giant cat trying to take over a city.

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

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A movie trailer that encourages viewers to watch the film.

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

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A poem that uses vivid imagery to depict a sunset.

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How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?

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Look for clues in the title, content, and language used in the text.