Author's Purpose Quiz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of a text that provides facts and information about the solar system?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
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CCSS.RI.9-10.6
CCSS.RI.9-10.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a text written to entertain?
A scientific article about climate change
A novel about a young wizard's adventures
A political speech urging people to vote
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the author's purpose: "The advertisement claims that this new phone is the best on the market and offers a special discount for a limited time."
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A biography of a famous scientist is most likely written to:
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following purposes is most likely for a comedy movie?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Read the following sentence: "The author uses statistics and expert opinions to show the benefits of recycling." What is the author's purpose?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A travel guidebook about Italy is primarily written to:
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
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