Authors Purpose

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What does 'Inform' mean?

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To give information.

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What does 'Persuade' mean?

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To make people agree with you.

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What is the author's purpose in a recipe?

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To inform the reader how to make a dish.

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What is the author's purpose in a sales advertisement?

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To persuade the reader to buy a product.

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What does 'Entertain' mean in terms of author's purpose?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement to the reader.

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What is an example of an informative text?

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A textbook or a recipe.

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What is an example of a persuasive text?

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An advertisement or a political speech.

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What is an example of an entertaining text?

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A novel or a comic book.

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How can you identify the author's purpose?

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By analyzing the content and the language used in the text.

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What is the main goal of an informative text?

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To educate the reader about a specific topic.