What Is the Author's Purpose?

What is the author's purpose if a book tells a funny story about a talking dog?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

If a text gives facts about how plants grow, what is the author's purpose?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

What is the author's purpose if a letter tries to convince you to recycle more?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

If a story is about a superhero saving the day, what is the author's purpose?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

What is the author's purpose if a book explains how to make a sandwich?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

If a text tries to get you to buy a new toy, what is the author's purpose?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

What is the author's purpose if a poem makes you laugh?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

If a book gives information about different types of birds, what is the author's purpose?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

What is the author's purpose if a story is about a magical adventure?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

If a text tells you why you should eat healthy foods, what is the author's purpose?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain