Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason why the author wrote the text, such as to inform, entertain, or persuade.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To give someone information or facts.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To make someone laugh or enjoy themselves.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince someone to believe or do something.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to inform?

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A textbook that teaches about animals.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?

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A funny story or a comic book.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?

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An advertisement trying to sell a product.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to inform?

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It provides facts, details, and explanations.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to entertain?

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It includes jokes, stories, or fun characters.

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How can you tell if a text is meant to persuade?

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It tries to convince you to think or act a certain way.