Authors Purpose Flashcard

Front

What are the three reasons we write?

Back

Persuade, Inform, Entertain

Front

What does 'entertain' mean?

Back

To make people enjoy something

Front

What is the purpose of the Food Group Pyramid?

Back

To inform about healthy eating and food groups

Front

What is the author's purpose in a text that says, 'Come and buy John's pizza today! It is cheap and tastes amazing!'?

Back

To persuade

Front

What is the author's purpose in a story about two boys having a great day flying kites?

Back

To entertain

Front

What does 'persuade' mean?

Back

To convince someone to do or believe something

Front

What does 'inform' mean?

Back

To provide information or knowledge

Front

What are the six food groups in the Food Group Pyramid?

Back

Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, Dairy, Protein, Fats

Front

Why is it important to eat foods from each food group?

Back

To maintain a balanced and healthy diet

Front

What type of writing aims to entertain the reader?

Back

Fiction, stories, poems