Author's Purpose and POV Vocabulary

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What is Explanatory text?

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Text that the author writes in order to provide the reader with step-by-step method or process.

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What is the author's purpose?

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The main reason the author writes the text.

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What is bias?

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When the author clearly favors one side over the other.

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What is persuasive text?

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Text that the author writes in order to get the reader to support their position.

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Does all nonfiction text contain bias?

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False.

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What are the main types of author's purpose?

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To inform, to persuade, to entertain, and to explain.

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How can an author show bias in their writing?

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By presenting information in a way that favors one perspective over others.

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What is the difference between informative and persuasive text?

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Informative text aims to provide information, while persuasive text aims to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint.

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What role does point of view (POV) play in an author's writing?

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POV influences how the author presents information and shapes the reader's understanding.

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What is an example of a persuasive technique?

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Using emotional appeals or logical reasoning to convince the reader.