Author's Purpose
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English
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11th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is author's purpose?
Back
The reason the author created the work.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When evaluating Author's Purpose, what does it mean to analyze the text?
Back
Examining parts to understand how they work together to create meaning as a whole.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the point in finding out the author's purpose?
Back
It will help the reader know what details to focus on.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can we identify the author's purpose for writing something?
Back
Find key words and phrases used throughout the text and analyze the overall theme of the writing.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When evaluating Author's Purpose, who is the narrator in the story?
Back
Teller of a story; may or may not be a character involved in the action of the plot.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the common types of author's purpose?
Back
To inform, to entertain, to persuade, and to express.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does understanding the author's purpose enhance reading comprehension?
Back
It allows readers to grasp the intent behind the text, leading to deeper insights.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
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