author's purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why an author writes a text. It can be to inform, entertain, or persuade the reader.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts about a topic to the reader.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment through storytelling or humor.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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

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Identify the author's purpose: A news article about a recent event.

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To Inform

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Identify the author's purpose: A poem about love and friendship.

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To Entertain

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Identify the author's purpose: An advertisement for a new product.

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To Persuade

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Identify the author's purpose: A biography of a famous person.

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To Inform

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What are some common techniques used to persuade readers?

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Common techniques include emotional appeals, logical reasoning, and the use of testimonials.

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What is a key characteristic of entertaining writing?

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It often includes humor, engaging characters, and relatable situations.