Author's Purpose
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the author's purpose when they write to explain?
Back
The author's purpose to explain is to clarify or make something understandable to the reader.
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CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean for an author to write to entertain?
Back
When an author writes to entertain, they aim to engage the reader's emotions and provide enjoyment through storytelling or humor.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of an excerpt that aims to persuade?
Back
The purpose of an excerpt that aims to persuade is to convince the reader to adopt a particular viewpoint or take a specific action.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify if an excerpt is meant to inform?
Back
An excerpt is meant to inform if it provides factual information, data, or explanations about a topic without bias.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the three main purposes of writing?
Back
The three main purposes of writing are to inform, to entertain, and to persuade.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of writing that aims to entertain?
Back
An example of writing that aims to entertain is a fictional story, a poem, or a humorous article.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the author's purpose influence the tone of a text?
Back
The author's purpose influences the tone of a text by determining the emotional quality and style of writing, such as serious, humorous, or informative.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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