Learning Author's Purpose Through Text Structure

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What is the author's purpose when a book gives facts?

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To inform.

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What does it mean when an author writes to persuade?

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The author is trying to get you to do or try something.

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What is the main purpose of advertisements?

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To persuade.

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Identify the author's purpose in the text: 'The new recycling program has reduced waste by 30% in our community. Join us in making a difference!'

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To persuade.

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Which text structure is most commonly used when an author's purpose is to inform?

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Expository.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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The author is trying to make you enjoy the story by keeping the reader's attention.

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What is an example of a text that informs?

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A textbook or an article with facts.

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What is an example of a text that persuades?

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An advertisement or a political speech.

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What is an example of a text that entertains?

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A novel or a short story.

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What is the purpose of descriptive text structure?

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To describe a person, place, thing, or idea in detail.