Author's Purpose

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

• A textbook explaining the water cycle.

• A novel about a hero's journey.

• A poem about love and loss.

• A magazine article on fashion trends.

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

• A novel that tells a fictional story.

• A textbook that explains scientific concepts.

• An article that reports on current events.

• A biography that details a person's life.

What does it mean to inform the reader?

• To entertain the reader with stories.

• To provide facts or information about a topic.

• To confuse the reader with complex language.

• To persuade the reader to take action.

What is the author's purpose in a brochure?

• To entertain the reader with stories.

• To inform about a service or product while persuading the reader to take action.

• To provide detailed technical specifications.

• To summarize the history of the company.

What type of writing is likely to entertain?

• Non-fiction

• Fiction

• Technical writing

• Research papers

How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?

• Look for clues in the title, introduction, and the overall tone of the writing.

• Analyze the length of the paragraphs and the complexity of the vocabulary.

• Consider the author's background and previous works.

• Identify the main character and their motivations.

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

• An advertisement encouraging people to buy a product.

• A news article reporting on current events.

• A novel exploring the complexities of human relationships.

• A research paper presenting scientific findings.

What does it mean to entertain the reader?

• To provide enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or engaging content.

• To inform the reader about factual information.

• To persuade the reader to take a specific action.

• To confuse the reader with complex language.

What is the author's purpose?

• To inform, persuade, entertain, or express feelings.

• To provide a summary of events.

• To analyze character development.

• To critique another author's work.

What is an example of an author's purpose to express feelings?

• A poem that shares the author's emotions about love.

• A news article reporting on a recent event.

• A textbook explaining scientific concepts.

• A biography detailing a person's life story.