Author's Purpose

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What is one thing all writing has in common?

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Purpose

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CCSS.W.6.10

CCSS.W.6.4

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What does it mean to entertain?

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Having the goal of telling a story or describing real or imaginary characters, places, and events.

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CCSS.W.6.3A

CCSS.W.6.3B

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What is one of the author's purposes?

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Persuade

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CCSS.RI.6.6

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What is another author's purpose?

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Entertain

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CCSS.RI.6.6

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What are the many different reasons authors write called?

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Author's purpose

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CCSS.RI.6.6

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What is the purpose of writing to inform?

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To provide facts and information to the reader.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2A

CCSS.W.6.2D

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What is the purpose of writing to persuade?

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.1C

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What is the purpose of writing to entertain?

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To engage the reader's imagination and provide enjoyment.

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CCSS.W.6.3A

CCSS.W.6.3D

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What is an example of writing that aims to inform?

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A news article reporting on current events.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2A

CCSS.W.6.2B

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What is an example of writing that aims to persuade?

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An advertisement promoting a product.

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CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B