Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose when they want to convince someone to take action?

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Persuade

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What is the author's purpose when they want to tell a story that makes people feel good?

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose when they provide information about a topic without trying to change opinions?

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Inform

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What is the author's purpose when they explain how something works or how to do something?

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Explain

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What type of writing aims to provide details about a subject, such as characteristics or features?

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Describe

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What is the author's purpose in a speech that encourages people to vote?

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Persuade

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What is the author's purpose in a children's book that teaches a lesson about friendship?

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose in a recipe that tells you how to make a cake?

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Explain

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What is the author's purpose in a news article that reports on a recent event?

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Inform

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What is the author's purpose in a brochure that promotes a summer camp?

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Persuade