Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose when they write to persuade?

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The author is trying to get you to do or try something.

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What does it mean when an author's purpose is to inform?

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The author is trying to give you information and teach you facts.

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What are examples of informative writing?

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Documentaries, non-fiction books, history/science books, news articles, recipes, and biographies.

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

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To persuade the reader to buy or try a product.

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What is the author's purpose when writing a story meant to entertain?

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To make the reader enjoy the story and keep their attention.

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What type of writing is a news article?

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Informative writing.

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What is the purpose of a recipe?

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To inform the reader how to prepare a dish.

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What is the author's purpose in a biography?

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To inform the reader about someone's life.

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What is the author's purpose in a comic strip?

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To entertain the reader.

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What does it mean to write with the purpose to entertain?

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The author aims to amuse or engage the reader.