Author's Purpose

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What is the Author's Purpose?

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The reason why an author writes a text, which can be to persuade, inform, entertain, or explain.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to believe or do something.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or humor.

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What does it mean to explain?

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To make something clear or easy to understand.

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What does it mean to describe?

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To give details about something to help the reader visualize it.

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Why might an author repeat a phrase?

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To emphasize a point or idea and make it more memorable.

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What is the effect of using repetition in writing?

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It can highlight important themes or emotions.

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How can an author's purpose affect the reader's understanding?

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It shapes how the reader interprets the text and its message.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

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A funny story or a comic book.