Understanding Author's Purpose

What is the primary goal of an author when they aim to persuade?

• To entertain the reader

• To confuse the reader

• To convince the reader

• To provide information

Which type of author's purpose is associated with teaching or providing information?

• Confuse

• Entertain

• Persuade

• Inform

In the passage about ducks, what was the author's purpose?

• To inform

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To confuse

What was the author's purpose in the story about the giant named Hiram?

• To inform

• To persuade

• To confuse

• To entertain

What is the origin of the word 'zucchini' according to the passage?

• German

• Italian

• Spanish

• French

What is the author's purpose in the passage about eating more vegetables?

• To confuse

• To persuade

• To inform

• To entertain

What unique aspect of Minecraft is highlighted in the passage?

• It has the best graphics

• It allows resource gathering

• It is the most popular game

• It is only for children

In the passage about the coyote, what is the author's purpose?

• To confuse

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

What benefit of extra recess is mentioned in the passage?

• Improves math skills

• Increases screen time

• Provides fresh air and exercise

• Reduces homework

What was Judson's concern in the passage about breaking the rules?

• He was worried about his grades

• He was afraid of the dark

• He dreaded a conversation with his parents

• He lost his favorite toy