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 an author writes a text. It can be to inform, persuade, entertain, or instruct.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the audience to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to engage the audience's interest and provide enjoyment.

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What does it mean to instruct?

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To instruct means to provide guidance or directions on how to do something.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to inform?

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A textbook explaining scientific concepts.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?

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An advertisement promoting a new product.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

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A short story or a novel meant to amuse the reader.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to instruct?

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A recipe that guides the reader on how to cook a dish.

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What is a secondary purpose of an author when trying to make the audience laugh?

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Humor is often a secondary purpose when the primary goal is to entertain.