Authors Purpose Flashcard

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What is an author's purpose?

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The reason an author writes.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to do or believe 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.

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What is an example of a text that persuades?

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A commercial selling a new toy.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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A newsletter from the school principal.

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What is an example of a text that entertains?

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A story about a boy wizard.

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In a non-fiction book, what is the author's purpose?

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To inform.

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What is the purpose of a story?

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To entertain the reader.

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What is the purpose of a newspaper article?

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To inform the public about current events.