Writing Purposes: Matching Tasks to Purpose

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What is the primary purpose of a novel with a compelling storyline?

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To entertain.

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What type of writing task typically aims to inform the audience?

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A guide on how to start a vegetable garden.

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What is the main goal of a public service announcement?

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To inform.

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Which writing task is specifically designed to entertain the reader?

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A mystery novel.

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What is the primary purpose of an editorial piece?

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To persuade.

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What are the three main writing purposes?

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To entertain, inform, and persuade.

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How does a persuasive writing task differ from an informative one?

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Persuasive writing aims to convince the audience, while informative writing aims to provide information.

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What is an example of a writing task that entertains?

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A short story.

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What is the purpose of a research paper?

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To inform and present findings.

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What type of writing is a biography considered?

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Informative.