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 express feelings.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader.

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What is an example of a text that aims to persuade?

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An article arguing which smartphone is better, like iPhone or Android.

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What is an example of a text that aims to inform?

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Instructions on how to operate a smartphone.

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What is an example of a text that aims to entertain?

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A comic book or a story about a family during the Great Depression.

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How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?

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Look for clues in the text such as the tone, language, and the type of information presented.

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What type of text is a news article?

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A news article typically aims to inform the reader about current events.

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What type of text is a persuasive essay?

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A persuasive essay aims to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.