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The author tries to convince the reader of something...
Persuade
The author gives information about a topic
Inform
The author writes the steps the reader will follow
Explain
The author writes something the reader will enjoy
Entertain
The author uses some of the senses to tell about a topic
Describe
The autor's purpose when you read a book about reindeer jokes is to...
Entertain
The autor's purpose when you read a recipe on how to make cookies is to...
Explain
The autor's purpose when you read an advertisment about a new car...
Persuade
The autor's purpose when you read an article on a newspaper about an accident...
Inform
Advertisements, letters, campaign speeches, are all examples of...
Persuade
Textbooks, non-fiction books, newspaper articles, biographies, are all examples of
Inform
Fiction stories, poems, songs, comic books, are all examples of
Entertain
Instructions, directions, steps, recipes, are all examples of
Explain
Product descriptions, descriptive essays, detailed description using senses, are examples of...
Describe
"Dogs are incredibly loyal companions. They see themselves as a part of the family, and will always be there for you, no matter what happens. You won't regret having a dog! Go ahead!" The Author's Purpose is to...
Persuade
"The flowers in my garden are beautiful, they have colors like the rainbow, when you touch their petals you can feel the softness, and when you smell them it reminds you of the best perfume you've ever smelled." The Author's Purpose is to..
Describe
