Author's Purpose Quiz

What is the author's purpose in writing a persuasive text?

• To entertain the reader

• To convince or persuade the reader

• To inform the reader

• To confuse the reader

Which of the following is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

• A fictional novel

• A historical documentary

• A scientific research paper

• A comedy movie

When analyzing an author's purpose, what should you consider?

• Main message or theme, intended audience, and author's tone or attitude.

• Author's favorite sport, author's favorite animal, and author's favorite song.

• Author's birthplace, author's favorite hobby, and author's favorite book.

• Author's favorite color, author's favorite food, and author's favorite movie.

What is the author's purpose in writing an informative text?

• To confuse the reader

• To provide information or educate the reader

• To persuade the reader

• To entertain the reader

Which of the following is an example of an author's purpose to describe a scene?

• An analysis of the characters' motivations.

• A comparison of different literary techniques used in the scene.

• A detailed and vivid depiction of a particular setting or environment.

• A brief summary of the plot.

What does the author's purpose refer to?

• The setting of the writing

• The author's personal background

• The main characters in the writing

• Reason or intention behind a piece of writing

What is the author's purpose in writing a narrative text?

• To entertain or tell a story

• To provide a detailed analysis of a topic.

• To educate and inform the reader.

• To persuade the reader to take a specific action.

Which of the following is an example of an author's purpose to inform?

• Poem

• News article

• Novel

• Advertisement

What should you consider when identifying an author's purpose?

• Tone, audience, and main message

• Author's background, writing style, and publication date.

• Character development, conflict, and resolution.

• Genre, setting, and plot.

What is the author's purpose in writing a persuasive text?

• To inform the reader

• To entertain the reader

• To confuse the reader

• To convince or persuade the reader