Author's Purpose Review

Jason looked everywhere for his math homework. Where had he put it? He looked on his desk. He looked on his nightstand. He even looked under the bed, but it was nowhere to be found. Finally, Jason gave up and went downstairs to get a glass of milk. That is when he found his homework. It was in the refrigerator!

What is the author's purpose of this text?

• persuade

• inform

• entertain

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TEKS.ELA.2.10

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9B

There are more than 120 different kinds of pufferfish. Pufferfish are usually small and club-shaped, but when they are threatened, they grow into big, spiky balls. Pufferfish can get big fast by swallowing large amounts of water. Most predators will not try to eat a puffed-up pufferfish.

The author's purpose of this text is to _________.

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TEKS.ELA.2.10

TEKS.ELA.2.9E.I

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

Covered in dragon’s blood, the brave knight stumbled into the cave. He could not believe his eyes! Gold, silver, diamonds, and other gems glittered in front of him. He was rich! “Not so fast,” said a voice from behind a pile of silver. A young woman emerged with her sword ready. “This treasure is mine!”

What is the author's purpose?

• to inform the reader with information about dragons

• to persuade the reader that dragons are stronger than knights

• to entertain the reader with a fun story

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TEKS.ELA.2.9E.I

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9A

It is a good idea for kids to help around the house. You should do household chores because you are learning how to be responsible and dependable. You are also learning how to do things you will need to do as an adult, such as folding laundry and mowing the lawn. In addition, doing chores will put a smile on your parent’s face.

The author's purpose is to _______.

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TEKS.ELA.2.10

TEKS.ELA.2.9E.I

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

Every day, Hannah rushed home from school to work on her science project. She was making a volcano that would really erupt! She wanted it to be perfect for the science fair. She put the finishing touches on the day before the fair. At the fair, her volcano worked perfectly. Everyone clapped when it erupted! Hannah won first prize.

What is the author's purpose of this text?

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TEKS.ELA.2.9E.I

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9A

If you enjoy reading, you should join a book group. When you join a book group you have the opportunity to read many different books. You will also get to participate in interesting book discussions. You may even make new friends.

The author is trying to _____ readers to join a book group.

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TEKS.ELA.2.10

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9A

Water conducts electricity. That means that electricity can flow through water. It is important to keep electrical devices like hair dryers and curling irons away from the sink and the bathtub.

The author wants to ______ readers about electricity.

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TEKS.ELA.2.10

TEKS.ELA.2.9E.I

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

I would make a great babysitter for your children, Mrs. Jones. I turned fourteen last week, and I am very responsible. I took the babysitting class at the community center a few months ago. I know first aid and CPR. I love children, and I know I would do an excellent job.

What is the author's purpose?

• to persuade Mrs. Jones to let them babysit

• to entertain Mrs. Jones with a fun story about babysitting

• to inform Mrs. Jones about the details of babysitting

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TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9A

TEKS.ELA.6.9B

Did you know that sharks cannot swim backwards? Because their pectoral fins do not bend upward, they cannot stop suddenly or swim backwards the way that other fish can. Another interesting fact about sharks is that they cannot stop swimming, or they will sink to the bottom of the ocean.

The author's purpose of this text is to ______ the reader.

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TEKS.ELA.2.9E.I

TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9B

Karly knew she had to get help! Michael was trapped under a big tree limb and could hardly move. She ran down the trail looking for someone to help, but there was no one to be seen. Then she heard voices up ahead. Karly ran even faster! When she reached the hikers, she saw that one of them was a park ranger. Michael was going to be okay.

What is the author's purpose of this text?

• To entertain the reader with an adventure story

• To persuade the reader to climb a tree

• To inform the reader about the dangers of hiking

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TEKS.ELA.3.10

TEKS.ELA.4.10

TEKS.ELA.5.10

TEKS.ELA.6.9A

TEKS.ELA.6.9B