Literary Genres/Authors Purpose

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What is the primary purpose of an author when they describe a character's traits?

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To describe the character.

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What is the primary purpose of an author when they try to convince readers to adopt a certain viewpoint?

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To persuade.

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What does the term 'literary' refer to?

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Of literature.

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What is a key characteristic of Drama?

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A script and an audience.

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How many main genres are there in literature?

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4.

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What is the purpose of a narrative text?

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To entertain or tell a story.

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What is the purpose of an expository text?

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To explain or inform.

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What is a common feature of poetry?

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Lines and stanzas.

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What genre often includes a moral lesson?

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Fables.

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What is the purpose of a persuasive text?

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To convince the reader of a particular opinion.