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 entertain, inform, or persuade.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to try to convince someone to do or believe something.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to give information or teach someone about a topic.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to keep the reader's attention and make them enjoy the story.

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What is an example of a text that persuades?

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An advertisement trying to sell a product.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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A recipe that tells you how to make a dish.

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What is an example of a text that entertains?

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A story or a poem that is fun to read.

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How can you tell if a text is trying to persuade you?

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Look for words that encourage you to take action or try something.

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How can you tell if a text is trying to inform you?

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Look for facts, instructions, or explanations about a topic.

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How can you tell if a text is trying to entertain you?

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Look for interesting characters, exciting plots, or humor.