Author's Purpose - Answer, Describe, Explain

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What is the author's purpose?
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The author's purpose is the reason why they wrote a text. It can be to inform, entertain, or persuade.
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What does it mean to 'describe' something?
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To describe means to give details about something, such as its appearance, characteristics, or qualities.
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What does it mean to 'explain' something?
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To explain means to make something clear or easy to understand by providing details or reasons.
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What does it mean to 'answer' a question?
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To answer a question means to provide a response or solution to what is being asked.
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What is an example of an author's purpose to inform?
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An example is a textbook that provides facts and information about a subject.
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What is an example of an author's purpose to entertain?
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An example is a story or a poem that is meant to amuse or engage the reader.
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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?
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An example is an advertisement that tries to convince you to buy a product.
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