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, persuade, entertain, or express feelings.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to give information and teach facts to the reader.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to change their mind or take action on a topic.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to make people interested in a topic or a story.

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Which type of text is typically written to inform?

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A news article is typically written to inform the reader about current events.

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What is an example of a text that aims to persuade?

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A political speech often aims to persuade the audience to support a particular viewpoint.

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What type of writing is meant to entertain?

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Fictional stories, such as folktales, are often meant to entertain the reader.

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

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You can identify the author's purpose by looking at the content, tone, and the type of information presented.

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What is the purpose of a TV commercial?

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The purpose of a TV commercial is usually to persuade viewers to buy a product or service.

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What is the difference between informing and persuading?

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Informing provides facts and information, while persuading tries to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint.