The Food Group Pyramid tells how to eat healthy. It shows how food is divided into six groups. It is important to eat foods that belong to each group every day. The pyramid helps show how much of each you should eat. What is the author's purpose?

to inform you about the Food Group Pyramid

to convince you to eat vegetables

to explain how to go shopping for food

Do you want to be an artist? Just enroll in "The Awesome Artists" program. Don't let this opportunity or your talent slip away. We guarantee you will be painting like the masters in two weeks for a low cost of $59.95. What is the author's purpose?

to convince you to attend an art program

to entertain you with a story about artists

to teach you how all artists become famous

to explain how to paint a sunset

Dribbling is a fundamental soccer skill. You can master it by first learning how to make gentle contact, or "touch," with the ball. When players use gentle touches, they contact the ball more often, which leads to greater control. Another key to controlling the ball is keeping it close to your feet, or "shielding." This makes it harder for other players to intercept the ball. Now you're ready to dribble. Begin by gently passing the ball back and forth using the insides of your feet. Remember to keep your head up while dribbling so you know where you are on the field. With time and practice, you'll gain speed and control. Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

to teach readers how to dribble a soccer ball

to convince readers that dribbling takes practice

Review the text. I first went to Mary's Hairy Salon a few months ago. Oh my gosh, was I impressed! Unlike other hairdressers, who pretend to hear you explain what you want and then just start cutting away, Mary really listened. I showed her a picture of the style I wanted, and that is exactly what I got. She took the time to get acquainted with my hair, and she was very knowledgeable. And one of the best parts? It was affordable. For someone whose hair needs maintenance every six weeks or so, that makes all the difference. I highly recommend Mary! Which best shows that the author's purpose is to persuade readers to try Mary's Hairy Salon ?

The author provides standards for judging a hairdresser and explains how Mary meets those standards.

The author admits that her hair needs maintenance every six weeks or so .

Review the text. Dribbling is a fundamental soccer skill. You can master it by first learning how to make gentle contact, or "touch," with the ball. When players use gentle touches, they contact the ball more often, which leads to greater control. Another key to controlling the ball is keeping it close to your feet, or "shielding." This makes it harder for other players to intercept the ball. Now you're ready to dribble. Begin by gently passing the ball back and forth using the insides of your feet. Remember to keep your head up while dribbling so you know where you are on the field. With time and practice, you'll gain speed and control. Which best shows that the author's purpose is to teach readers how to dribble a soccer ball ?

The author lists specific steps that the readers should take turns to learn how to dribble a soccer ball.

The author argues that dribbling is a fundamental soccer skill .

Review the text. Wildgrove High School's annual arts festival will take place June 1 at the Wildgrove Performing Arts Center. On display will be paintings, sculpture, collages, and drawings. In addition to these works of art, which will remain on display for one year, the festival will feature several music events. A special guest will perform a violin solo, and more than three hundred students will perform a variety of instrumental and vocal selections. Which best shows that the author's purpose is to inform readers about the arts festival ?

The author provides facts about the festival, including the date, location, and types of art.

The author highlights a contrast between visual arts and music events .

Read the text. Place four eggs in a large saucepan. Add enough cold water to cover the eggs by one inch. Slowly bring the water to a boil over medium heat. As soon as the water begins to boil, remove the pan from the burner. Cover it and let the eggs sit for about ten minutes. Then drain the water from the pan. You will notice, though, that a hot hard-boiled egg is not easy to peel. To cool the eggs, rinse them with cold water. Then, when you're ready to peel an egg, gently tap it on the counter until the shell cracks. Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

to teach readers how to make hard-boiled eggs

to convince readers that making hard-boiled eggs is easy

Read the text. I am quite concerned about the harmful effects of coal mining in our community. Coal mining threatens the health and safety of everyone who lives in Hillsdale. Every year, local coal mining operations emit mercury, lead, and other toxic substances that pollute our air and water. On top of that, the burning of coal puts tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, "Coal plants are the nation's top source of carbon dioxide emissions, the primary cause of global warming." We can shift our community away from coal and toward clean, renewable sources of energy like wind and solar power. The time to act is now! Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

to convince readers that coal mining is bad for their community

to explain how coal mining contributes to global warming

Read the text. Wildgrove High School's annual arts festival will take place June 1 at the Wildgrove Performing Arts Center. On display will be paintings, sculpture, collages, and drawings. In addition to these works of art, which will remain on display for one year, the festival will feature several music events. A special guest will perform a violin solo, and more than three hundred students will perform a variety of instrumental and vocal selections. Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

to inform readers about the arts festival

to explain how to get to the arts festival

Review the text. I am quite concerned about the harmful effects of coal mining in our community. Coal mining threatens the health and safety of everyone who lives in Hillsdale. Every year, local coal mining operations emit mercury, lead, and other toxic substances that pollute our air and water. On top of that, the burning of coal puts tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, "Coal plants are the nation's top source of carbon dioxide emissions, the primary cause of global warming." We can shift our community away from coal and toward clean, renewable sources of energy like wind and solar power. The time to act is now! Which best shows that the author's purpose is to convince readers that coal mining is bad for their community ?

The author begins by stating a clear position and then provides evidence to support that position.

The author explains the process by which coal results in carbon dioxide emissions.

Read the text. I first went to Mary's Hairy Salon a few months ago. Oh my gosh, was I impressed! Unlike other hairdressers, who pretend to hear you explain what you want and then just start cutting away, Mary really listened. I showed her a picture of the style I wanted, and that is exactly what I got. She took the time to get acquainted with my hair, and she was very knowledgeable. And one of the best parts? It was affordable. For someone whose hair needs maintenance every six weeks or so, that makes all the difference. I highly recommend Mary! Which author's purpose is suggested by the text?

to persuade readers to try Mary's Hairy Salonto

inform readers about Mary's Hairy Salon

Review the text. Place four eggs in a large saucepan. Add enough cold water to cover the eggs by one inch. Slowly bring the water to a boil over medium heat. As soon as the water begins to boil, remove the pan from the burner. Cover it and let the eggs sit for about ten minutes. Then drain the water from the pan. You will notice, though, that a hot hard-boiled egg is not easy to peel. To cool the eggs, rinse them with cold water. Then, when you're ready to peel an egg, gently tap it on the counter until the shell cracks. Which best shows that the author's purpose is to teach readers how to make hard-boiled eggs ?

The author outlines a specific process for readers to follow.

The author uses precise language, such as slowly and gently .

Sunday comes at the end of the weekend and signals the end of the fun. I don't get to stay up late because I have to get up early the next morning and go back to school. Sunday night is the worst night of the week. For this reason, I feel that school should start later on Monday mornings. What is the author's purpose?

To express an opinion about Sundays.

To inform the reader that Sundays are not the worst day of the week.

To entertain the reader about Sundays.

What is the definition of author's purpose?

the reason an author has for writing a selection (text)

to persuade the reader that they are the best author

Sunday comes at the end of the weekend and signals the end of the fun. I don't get to stay up late because I have to get up early the next morning and go back to school. Sunday night is the worst night of the week. For this reason, I feel that school should start later on Monday mornings. The author believes that

School should start later on Monday mornings.

You should not have to go to school on Monday.

Sunday should not come at the end of the week.

Identify the types of author's purpose?

To entertain, to persuade, to inform,

To inform, to tell the reader the answer, to define a word

To write a play, to write a fiction story, to persuade

to explain, to include, to preview

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30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three types of author's purpose for writing?

Persuade, Inform, Entertain

Predict, Inform, Establish

Problem, Igloo, Electrify

Persuade, Inquire, Enjoy

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Persuade means...

Make people angry

Make people agree with you

Make people fall in love

Make people think the opposite thing

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Entertain means...

To make people sleepy

To make people leave

To make people enjoy something

To make people read

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If the author is trying to make you laugh his/her purpose is...

To Entertain

To Persuade

To Explain

To Inform

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Inform means...

Give informal speech

Give information or teach something

Take the form

Give in a form

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Author's Purpose for writing this book?

Persuade

Inform

Entertain

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Come and buy John's pizza today! It is cheap and tastes amazing!
What is the authors purpose in this text?

To Persuade

To Entertain

To Inform

To Explain

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

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Author's Purpose

What are the three types of author's purpose for writing?

Persuade means...

Entertain means...

If the author is trying to make you laugh his/her purpose is...

Inform means...

What is the Author's Purpose for writing this book?

Come and buy John's pizza today! It is cheap and tastes amazing!
What is the authors purpose in this text?

What is the Author's Purpose?

What is the Author's Purpose?

If the author is trying to make you laugh his/her purpose is...

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