Author's Purpose & Text Pattern 2

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What is the author's purpose when writing a text?

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

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To inform means to provide information or facts about a topic without trying to persuade or entertain.

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What is a text pattern?

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A text pattern is the way information is organized in a text, which helps readers understand the content better.

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What is the purpose of the 'compare and contrast' text pattern?

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The 'compare and contrast' text pattern is used to show similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What does the 'cause and effect' text pattern explain?

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The 'cause and effect' text pattern explains how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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

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An example of persuading is a commercial that tries to convince you to buy a product.

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What type of text structure is used in a recipe?

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A recipe typically uses a sequence text structure, as it lists steps in the order they should be followed.

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What is the main purpose of the Food Group Pyramid?

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The main purpose of the Food Group Pyramid is to inform people about healthy eating habits and food groups.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To entertain means to write in a way that is enjoyable and engaging for the reader, often through stories or humor.

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What is the difference between 'inform' and 'persuade'?

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To inform is to provide facts, while to persuade is to convince someone to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.