Author's Purpose and Context Clues
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English
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6th - 7th Grade
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What is the author's purpose when they aim to entertain the reader?
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The author's purpose to entertain is to engage the reader's imagination and provide enjoyment through storytelling, humor, or interesting scenarios.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean to persuade in writing?
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To persuade means to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action through arguments, reasoning, and emotional appeals.
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What is the purpose of using context clues in reading?
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Context clues are hints or information within the text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean if a text is meant to inform?
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A text meant to inform provides factual information, explanations, or instructions to educate the reader about a specific topic.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of a context clue?
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An example of a context clue is when a word is defined or explained in the same sentence or nearby sentences.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of the setting in a story?
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The setting provides the time and place where the story occurs, influencing the plot and characters' actions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can an author show they are trying to persuade the reader?
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An author may use strong language, statistics, expert opinions, and emotional appeals to persuade the reader.
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