Author's Purpose (using PIEED)

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What is Author's Purpose?

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

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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 Inform?

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To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to Entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through stories or writing.

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What does it mean to Explain?

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To make something clear or easy to understand.

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What does it mean to Describe?

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

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Example of Persuade: Why Candy is Bad for You

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This text tries to convince you not to eat candy.

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Example of Inform: The Parts of an Apple

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This text gives facts about apples.

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Example of Entertain: The Three Little Pigs

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This story is meant to amuse and entertain readers.

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Example of Explain: How to make a Pumpkin Pie

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This text shows you the steps to make a pumpkin pie.