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 persuade, inform, or entertain the reader.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To persuade means to convince the reader to believe or do something. Authors use persuasive writing to influence opinions or actions.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or facts to the reader. Informative writing aims to educate the audience about a specific topic.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To entertain means to provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader. Entertaining writing often includes stories, plays, or poems.

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Example of persuasive writing?

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A brochure that argues against shopping at Walmart because it harms local businesses.

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Example of informative writing?

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A recipe that explains how to make an award-winning spicy chicken salad.

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Example of entertaining writing?

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A novel about a young girl who learns to demand respect from the world.

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What is a common purpose of a letter to Santa?

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A letter to Santa often aims to persuade him to grant the child's wishes.

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What type of writing is Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet'?

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'Hamlet' is a work of literature that aims to entertain its audience.

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How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?

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You can identify the author's purpose by looking at the content, tone, and style of the writing.