Author's Purpose

Front

What are the three reasons for writing?

Back

Persuade, Inform, Entertain

Front

What is the purpose of writing to persuade?

Back

To convince the reader to believe or do something.

Front

What does it mean to inform in writing?

Back

To provide facts or information to the reader.

Front

What is the goal of writing to entertain?

Back

To amuse or engage the reader through stories or fun content.

Front

Give an example of a text that informs.

Back

A textbook or an article about animals.

Front

Give an example of a text that persuades.

Back

An advertisement for a toy.

Front

Give an example of a text that entertains.

Back

A story or a comic book.

Front

What type of writing would you find in a newspaper?

Back

Informative writing.

Front

What type of writing would you find in a movie review?

Back

Persuasive writing.

Front

What type of writing would you find in a fairy tale?

Back

Entertaining writing.