Author's Purpose
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the author's purpose in writing a persuasive text?
To convince the reader to agree with a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.
To provide a summary of different viewpoints
To inform the reader about historical events
To entertain the reader with a fictional story
Tags
CCSS.RI.1.5
CCSS.RI.1.8
CCSS.RI.2.5
CCSS.RI.K.5
CCSS.RI.K.8
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the author's purpose in writing an informative article.
To criticize and express disapproval of a particular subject
To entertain the readers with a fictional story
To provide information, explain a topic, or educate the readers about a specific subject.
To persuade the readers to take a specific action
Tags
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a narrative story, what is the author's purpose?
To entertain, inform, or convey a message to the reader
To hide the message from the reader
To bore the reader
To confuse the reader
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CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RL.1.6
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.3.10
CCSS.RL.K.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the author's purpose in writing a descriptive passage.
To persuade the reader to take a specific action
To analyze the characters' motivations
To create a vivid and detailed picture in the reader's mind
To provide a summary of the events
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CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the author's purpose in writing an argumentative essay?
To persuade the audience to agree with a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.
To entertain the audience with a fictional story
To provide a neutral and unbiased perspective on the topic
To confuse the audience with contradictory information
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the author's purpose in writing a how-to guide.
To provide historical information about a topic
To provide step-by-step instructions or guidance on how to complete a specific task or achieve a particular goal.
To entertain readers with a fictional story
To persuade readers to buy a product
Tags
CCSS.RL.3.6
CCSS.RI.2.6
CCSS.RI.3.6
CCSS.RL.4.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a poem, what is the author's purpose?
To list ingredients for a recipe
To explain scientific concepts
To provide historical facts
To express emotions, tell a story, or convey a message
Tags
CCSS.RL.3.9
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
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