Authors Purpose Subject REview

A pamphlet urging people not to eat animals because the author thinks that is cruel and unnecessary. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

A book of over 1,000 knock-knock jokes. What Author's purpose is this?

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A cook book containing recipes for making cakes, cookies, and other desserts. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

The story of a young woman who, after the death of her grandfather, quit her job and returned home to help her aging grandmother

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

A poem about a “hoarder,” a person who refuses to throw things away, even things that most people would consider garbage. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

The Shakespearean tragedy Romeo and Juliet. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

A young girl’s note to her parents giving reasons why they should buy a puppy. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

A website describing a local dog leash ordinance, detailing its history and the penalties for walking around with one’s dog unleashed. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

A politician’s speech about how homes should be provided to families who cannot afford them. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

An article comparing and contrasting American and Swedish school systems. What Author's purpose is this?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain