Author's Purpose PIE'ED

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text. It can be to persuade, inform, entertain, explain, or describe.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince someone to believe or do something.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement through stories, jokes, or interesting content.

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What does it mean to explain?

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To explain means to make something clear or easy to understand.

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What does it mean to describe?

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To describe means to give details about something, including its characteristics or features.

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Example of a text that entertains?

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A fairy tale about a princess and a dragon.

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Example of a text that persuades?

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An advertisement for a new toy that claims it is the best.

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Example of a text that informs?

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A biography about a famous person, like Abe Lincoln.

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Example of a text that explains?

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A how-to guide on making a Rice Krispie treat.

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