Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose when writing a book of knock-knock jokes?

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To entertain.

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What is the author's purpose in a magazine about how whales are mammals?

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To inform.

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What does it mean when a book gives facts?

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It aims to inform.

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What is the author's purpose in a booklet about why you should not watch too much TV?

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To persuade.

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What is the author's purpose in a student's speech for why he should be class president?

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To persuade.

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What are the three main purposes an author can have?

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To entertain, inform, or persuade.

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What does it mean to persuade the reader?

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

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What does it mean to inform the reader?

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To provide facts or information about a topic.

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What does it mean to entertain the reader?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or humor.

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Can a single piece of writing have more than one author's purpose?

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Yes, a piece of writing can entertain and inform at the same time.