Author's Purpose Quiz

What is the primary purpose of an author who writes a scientific article explaining the process of photosynthesis?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To express feelings

If an author writes a story about a young girl overcoming obstacles to achieve her dreams, what is the author's likely purpose?

• To inform

• To persuade

• To entertain

• To instruct

An advertisement claims that a new brand of sneakers can improve your running speed by 20%. What is the author's purpose?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To describe

Which of the following texts is most likely written to inform?

• A novel about a magical kingdom

• A newspaper article about climate change

• A poem about love

• A comedy script for a TV show

How can you tell if an author is trying to persuade you?

• The text includes facts and data

• The text uses emotional language and strong opinions

• The text tells a story with characters and a plot

• The text provides step-by-step instructions

What is the main purpose of a documentary film about endangered species?

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To inform

• To confuse

A speech that encourages people to donate to a charity is an example of which author's purpose?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To describe

Which of the following is an example of a text written to entertain?

• A recipe for chocolate cake

• A biography of a famous scientist

• A fantasy novel about dragons

• A manual for assembling furniture

When an author uses emotional appeal in their writing, what are they trying to do?

• Provide factual information

• Make the reader laugh

• Influence the reader's feelings and actions

• Describe a process

Which of the following best describes an author's purpose if they are writing a letter to the editor about the importance of recycling?

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To inform

• To narrate