Free Printable Authors purpose

1.

Which is not an author’s purpose?

a)

Persuade

b)

Statement

c)

Inform

d)

Entertain

2.

What would the authors purpose be if they’re trying to make you laugh?

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

3.

What would the authors purpose be if they’re trying to make you laugh?

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

4.

An author always has only one purpose for writing?

a)

True

b)

False

5.

On the first day of school, be sure to follow these steps to ensure you are properly registered and in the correct classroom. First, be sure to find your name on the student list in each hallway. Note which room number appears next to your name on the list. If you do not find your name on a list, return to the main lobby to ask the greeter for assistance.

a)

Entertain others with a story about school.

b)

Inform about the risks associated with walking to school.

c)

Describe what a school day is like.

d)

Explain what to do on the first day of school.

6.

the author wants to give you information

a)

Entertain

b)

Persuade

c)

Inform

7.

Someday we will all have robots that will be our personal servants. They will look and behave much like real humans. We will be able to talk to these mechanical helpers and they will be able to respond in kind! Amazingly, the robots of the future will be able to learn from experience. They will be smart, strong, and untiring workers whose only goal will be to make our lives easier.
What is this selection mainly about?

a)

Someday we will have robots that will be our personal servants.

b)

We will be able to talk to robots and they will be able to respond.

c)

Robots will be untiring workers.

d)

Amazingly, the robots of the future will be able to learn from experience.

8.

It was a dark and spooky night and I was all alone in the old hotel bed. I tried to go to sleep, but I was too scared! My friends had told me too many stories about staying at this hotel, but I wanted to stay here anyways. All of a sudden I heard a rustling sound on the floor. I covered my head with the blanket in fear!

What is the author’s purpose for writing this selection?

a)

Persuade

b)

Entertain

c)

Inform

9.

a)

A.Show the reader that pigs are different from other animals.

b)

B. Share a story about a special pig.

c)

C. Share an opinion about why pigs make fantastic pets

d)

D. Explain why some pigs like to find help.

10.

Basketball is the best sport ever. You should play it every chance you get. You should also watch it on tv. Basketball is the only sport that matters.

What is the authors purpose?

a)

Entertain

b)

Persuade

c)

Inform

11.

If the author wants you to vote for a certain person, what is their purpose?

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

12.

Several scientists from NASA, the national space agency, visited a local manufacturing plant yesterday to investigate the possibility of producing a new type of plastic originally developed for space travel. The new plastic is cheaper to produce and more durable than traditional plastics. Scientists expect it will be especially valuable in manufacturing automobiles.
The author most likely wrote the selection to -

a)

inform the reader about a new type of plastic.

b)

convince you to work for NASA.

c)

Explain the steps in becoming an astronaut.

d)

Entertain with a story about space.

13.

Kimberly walked slowly through the greenhouse, gazing at the lush plants. She took in the sights of her oranges, lemons, and ripe red tomatoes, and inhaled the sweet smell of ripe fruit. She couldn’t believe how successful the business was becoming, and she could hardly conceal her pride. This was her greenhouse and her story of success.

a)

Inform you how to grow a garden.

b)

Explain the steps in setting up a green house.

c)

Describe what Kimberly's greenhouse looked like.

d)

Entertain with a story about plants.

14.

If the author wants you to vote for a certain person, what is their purpose?

a)

Persuade

b)

Inform

c)

Entertain

15.

Basketball is the best sport ever. You should play it every chance you get. You should also watch it on tv. Basketball is the only sport that matters.

What is the authors purpose?

a)

Entertain

b)

Persuade

c)

Inform

16.

James woke up with a start. He knew there was something he wanted to remember. He rubbed his eyes and looked around his room. Suddenly, it occurred to him: today was his birthday! “Mom! Mom!” he called out. “It’s today!” His mother opened his door slowly. “Look out the window, James.” James leapt out of bed and ran to the window. There in the driveway was the most beautiful unicorn he had ever seen. “She’s all yours, James,” his mother said.
The author most likely wrote this selection to -

a)

Explain how to get your very own unicorn.

b)

Inform the reader about the best birthday ever.

c)

Entertain with a story about a boy's birthday present.

d)

Describe what the birthday party looked like.

17.

James woke up with a start. He knew there was something he wanted to remember. He rubbed his eyes and looked around his room. Suddenly, it occurred to him: today was his birthday! “Mom! Mom!” he called out. “It’s today!” His mother opened his door slowly. “Look out the window, James.” James leapt out of bed and ran to the window. There in the driveway was the most beautiful unicorn he had ever seen. “She’s all yours, James,” his mother said.
The author most likely wrote this selection to -

a)

Explain how to get your very own unicorn.

b)

Inform the reader about the best birthday ever.

c)

Entertain with a story about a boy's birthday present.

d)

Describe what the birthday party looked like.

18.

Everyone agrees that recycling is an important way to conserve resources. Recycling plastic and metal reduces waste in landfills and reduces mining and pollution caused by manufacturing new products. If your family does not recycle, contact your local waste management department to find out how you can get started TODAY!
The author most likely wrote this selection to -

a)

Inform you about the consequences of recycling.

b)

Describe what a recycling plant looks like.

c)

Explain the steps in recycling.

d)

Persuade you to recycle to conserve resources.

19.

Q.

Did you know that there are more than 150 species of owls in the world? Some counts indicate that there are more than 220 species of owls depending on how different owls are classified? Owls also have a flattened facial disk that funnels sound to the bird’s ears. Sounds are magnified as much as 10 times to help the owl hear noises humans can’t detect. Humans are threatening these great animals with habitat loss and pesticides that poison the birds.

What is the authors' purpose for writing this selection?

a)

Persuade

b)

Entertain

c)

Inform

20.

Q.

Avocadoes are the superior fruit, and here’s why. Avocadoes can go with any food, they make the perfect compliment to meat, vegetables, chips, and many other foods. They are also great by themselves with a little salt and lemon. There is no other fruit that is as versatile as the avocado. Therefore, it is the best fruit.

What is the author’s purpose for writing this selection?

a)

Persuade

b)

Entertain

c)

Inform

Authors purpose

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 37mins

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