Understanding the Author's Purpose

A passage describes how photosynthesis works in plants, explaining the process step by step. What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to plant more trees.

• To inform readers about the process of photosynthesis.

• To entertain readers with a story about plants.

• To express an opinion about deforestation.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

A blog post argues that recycling is essential for saving the planet, providing evidence and statistics to support the claim. What is the author's purpose?

• To inform readers about how recycling works.

• To persuade readers to recycle more.

• To entertain readers with recycling stories.

• To describe the recycling process in detail.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

An article lists the top ten most endangered animals, including details about their habitats and why they are endangered. What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to donate to wildlife conservation.

• To inform readers about endangered animals.

• To entertain readers with animal facts.

• To express an opinion on animal rights.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

A writer composes a short story about a young girl who learns the importance of honesty after telling a lie. What is the author's purpose?

• To inform readers about the consequences of lying.

• To persuade readers to always tell the truth.

• To entertain readers with a story about a young girl.

• To describe a day in the life of a young girl.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

A newsletter from a local health department explains the benefits of getting the flu vaccine each year. What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to get the flu vaccine.

• To inform readers about the flu vaccine's benefits.

• To entertain readers with stories about the flu.

• To express an opinion about vaccines.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

An opinion piece in a newspaper argues that school lunches should include more vegetarian options, citing health and environmental benefits. What is the author's purpose?

• To inform readers about vegetarian diets.

• To persuade readers to support more vegetarian options in schools.

• To entertain readers with stories about school lunch.

• To describe vegetarian dishes that could be served in schools.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

A science textbook chapter explains the water cycle, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to conserve water.

• To inform readers about the water cycle.

• To entertain readers with illustrations of the water cycle.

• To express an opinion on water usage.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

A magazine article features interviews with several athletes about how playing sports has positively impacted their lives. What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to take up a sport.

• To inform readers about different athletes' experiences.

• To entertain readers with sports stories.

• To express an opinion about the importance of sports.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

A blog post shares a personal story about overcoming fear of public speaking, including tips and strategies that helped the author. What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to try public speaking.

• To inform readers about strategies for public speaking.

• To entertain readers with a personal story.

• To express an opinion about the value of public speaking.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

An editorial in a community newspaper argues that the city should build more parks and green spaces for residents to enjoy. What is the author's purpose?

• To inform readers about the lack of green spaces.

• To persuade readers to support the construction of more parks.

• To entertain readers with stories about parks.

• To describe the process of building a park.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6