Author's Purpose Practice 9/24

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What is the author's purpose when they explain how to do something?

Back

The author's purpose is to explain.

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What is the author's purpose in a nonfiction book?

Back

The author's purpose is to inform.

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What is the author's purpose when trying to convince someone of something?

Back

The author's purpose is to persuade.

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What is the author's purpose when they describe a scene or experience?

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The author's purpose is to describe.

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What does it mean to inform the reader?

Back

To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to persuade the reader?

Back

To convince the reader to agree with a point of view or take action.

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What does it mean to entertain the reader?

Back

To provide enjoyment or amusement through storytelling or humor.

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What does it mean to explain something?

Back

To make something clear or easy to understand by providing details.

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Give an example of a text that aims to inform.

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A nonfiction book about animals.

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Give an example of a text that aims to persuade.

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A letter to the principal asking for a change in school policy.