Authors Purpose

What does 'entertain' mean in the context of an author's purpose?

• To inform the audience about a topic.

• To persuade the audience to take action.

• To make people enjoy something.

• To analyze a subject in depth.

What is the author's purpose when writing an article arguing why Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player ever?

• Inform

• Persuade

• Entertain

• Critique

What is the significance of understanding an author's purpose?

• It helps readers critically analyze and interpret the text.

• It allows readers to ignore the author's background.

• It makes reading more enjoyable without any analysis.

• It provides a summary of the text's main points.

What are the three main purposes of an author's writing?

• To entertain, to inform, and to persuade.

• To analyze, to critique, and to summarize.

• To confuse, to mislead, and to distract.

• To describe, to narrate, and to illustrate.

What is a common technique used in persuasive writing?

• Using emotional appeals or logical arguments.

• Incorporating random facts and figures.

• Focusing solely on personal opinions.

• Avoiding any form of argumentation.

What type of writing is typically meant to entertain the reader?

• Fiction, poetry, and comic books.

• Technical manuals and reports.

• Academic journals and essays.

• News articles and editorials.

What type of writing is typically meant to inform the reader?

• Fictional novels

• Poetry

• Non-fiction articles, textbooks, and news reports

• Short stories

What is the author's purpose of a note from a friend asking you to be his science partner?

• Persuade.

• Inform.

• Entertain.

• Instruct.

What is an example of persuasive writing?

• A news article reporting facts.

• An opinion piece or a persuasive essay.

• A scientific research paper.

• A fictional short story.

How can you identify the author's purpose in a text?

• Look for clues in the content, tone, and style of the writing.

• Identify the main character's motivations.

• Summarize the text in your own words.

• Analyze the historical context of the text.