Author's Purpose Flashcard

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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, which can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or argue.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To inform means to provide information or knowledge about a specific topic.

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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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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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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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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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What is a problem-solution structure?

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A problem-solution structure presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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How does an author's purpose influence text structure?

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An author's purpose can dictate how information is organized, such as chronological order for narratives or problem-solution for persuasive texts.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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

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A science textbook explaining photosynthesis with diagrams and examples.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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

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A novel filled with humorous anecdotes and fantastical elements.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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

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An opinion article advocating for a change in school policy.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

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What is the significance of using expert opinions in a text?

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Using expert opinions can lend credibility to the author's argument and persuade the reader.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

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