
Understanding the Author's Purpose

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English, Social Studies, Education
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3rd - 5th Grade
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Hard

Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three main purposes of an author when writing?
To sell, teach, and amuse
To argue, describe, and narrate
To confuse, enlighten, and bore
To persuade, inform, and entertain
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of persuasion?
A story about a magical world
A book explaining the solar system
An advertisement for a new phone
A poem about nature
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How might an author persuade a reader?
By providing detailed information
By using convincing arguments
By describing a beautiful scene
By telling a funny story
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main goal of an author when they aim to inform?
To entertain the reader
To provide factual information
To confuse the reader
To sell a product
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of informing?
A comic strip about superheroes
A song about love
A textbook on world history
A novel about a detective
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of entertaining writing?
To provide information
To persuade the reader
To evoke emotions and enjoyment
To sell a product
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of entertaining writing?
A scientific article
A fictional story
A recipe book
A news report
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of writing is likely to make the reader feel emotions like sadness or joy?
Entertaining writing
Technical writing
Persuasive writing
Informative writing
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