Author's Purpose and Author's Point of View EOG Review

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What is the author's purpose?

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The main reason that an author has for writing a selection.

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What are the three main reasons for an author's purpose?

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To entertain, inform, and persuade.

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What does the author's point of view affect in a text?

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It influences how the story is told and the perspective from which it is presented.

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How do author's purpose and point of view relate to each other?

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They go together; the author's purpose can shape their point of view.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made-up stories, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To provide facts, information, or explanations to the reader.

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What does it mean to persuade in writing?

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

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

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A novel or a short story that tells an exciting adventure.

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

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A newspaper article that reports on a recent event.