Author's Purpose Flashcard

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What is the author's purpose in a nonfiction book about monkeys?

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The author's purpose is to inform.

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What is the author's purpose when describing sights, sounds, and smells in a postcard?

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The author's purpose is to describe.

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What is the author's purpose if they are trying to convince you that markers work better than crayons?

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The author's purpose is to persuade.

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What is the author's purpose if a friend writes a letter to the principal to allow gum in class?

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The author's purpose is to persuade.

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What is the author's purpose when providing steps to make a grilled cheese sandwich?

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The author's purpose is to explain.

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Define 'author's purpose'.

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

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What does it mean to 'inform' in writing?

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To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to 'persuade' in writing?

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To convince the reader to believe or do something.

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What does it mean to 'entertain' in writing?

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To engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment.

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What does it mean to 'describe' in writing?

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To give details about something to help the reader visualize it.