Authors Purpose

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What are the three reasons we write?

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Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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In a non-fiction book, the author's purpose is to:

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Inform

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The author wants to amuse you or for you to enjoy the writing.

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Entertain

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Advertisements are created to:

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Persuade

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The author wants to give you information.

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Inform

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What is the purpose of a persuasive text?

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To convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.

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What is the purpose of an informative text?

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To provide facts and information.

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What is the purpose of an entertaining text?

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To amuse or engage the reader.

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Give an example of a text that aims to persuade.

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An advertisement or a political speech.

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Give an example of a text that aims to inform.

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A textbook or a news article.