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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the definition of Author's Purpose?Why a reading passage was writtenDescriptive details about a person, place, or thing.Figuring out something that is not directly stated in a reading passagefiguring out the meaning of unknown words from other words
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhat are the three reasons for writing?Persuade, Inform, EntertainPersonal, Interview, EntertainPersuade, Irony, EntertainPersonal, Inform, Evolve
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What is the author's purpose for a book series like Harry Potter?Inform the reader about magicPersuade the reader to become a wizardEntertain the reader with a story about a boy wizardExpress dislike for magic - 4. Multiple ChoiceJustin Bieber's song titled Sorry is a way for him to ?Persuade listeners to download his music.Inform the readers of his break up with Selena!Entertain worldwide audiencesExpress his feelings and artistic gift!
- 5. Multiple ChoiceI received a brochure from Disney World. What would be the purpose of the brochure?Entertain with pictures of Mickey MouseInform me about Disney and entertainInform me about Disney but also persuade me to take a trip thereInform me about Disney's attractions
- 6. Multiple ChoiceThe Jack Prelutsky Poem " The New Kid on the Block" was probably written to?Entertain the reader with a funny poemExpress his feelings about "New Kids"Inform readers about "New Kids"Persuade readers to move
- 7. Multiple ChoiceA website devoted to the conservation of wildlife would most likely be to ?Entertain the reader with cute polar bear picsInform readers of the habitat of polar bearsExpress their feelings about polar bearsPersuade readers to change their minds about animal rights
- 8. Multiple ChoiceA commercial ad in a magazine purpose is to ?Persuade you to buy and drink more Dr. PepperInform you of all the ways Dr. Pepper is bad for you.Entertain you with a catch phrase.Express how delicious Dr. Pepper is
- 9. Multiple ChoiceA magazine article about JJ Watt is most likely toEntertain the reader with a funny interviewInform the reader about JJ Watt's professional careerPersuade you to watch the TexansExpress JJ Watt's feelings about football
- 10. Multiple ChoiceAn expository essay on your best friend is written most likely to ?Inform readers about who and why they are your best friendPersuade readers to get a best friendEntertain the reader with a story about your best friendExpress your feelings
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the author's purpose for a biography ?Persuade the reader to change your opinionInform the reader about an important person's lifeEntertain the reader with a storyExpress the author's opinion about the person's life
- 12. Multiple ChoiceA letter to the editor of a newspaper about your concerns regarding school cafeteria food quality.Persuade parents to stop buying school foodInform people about the great quality of school foodExpress your opinion of school cafeteria food qualityEntertain people with a humorous letter
- 13. Multiple ChoiceDefine the Author's Purpose "to persuade".A reading passage that contains facts about a particular subject.A reading passage that has many descriptive details.A reading passage that is enjoyable to read, tells, a personal story, or teaches a lesson through the use of a story.A reading passage that contains many opinions or tries toc onvince readers to do something, buy something, or believe something.
- 14. Multiple ChoiceDefine the Author's Purpose "to inform".A reading passage that contains facts about a particular subject.A reading passage that has many descriptive details.A reading passage that is enjoyable to read, tells, a personal story, or teaches a lesson through the use of a story.A reading passage that contains many opinions or tries toc onvince readers to do something, buy something, or believe something.
- 15. Multiple ChoiceDefine the Author's Purpose "to entertain".A reading passage that contains facts about a particular subject.A reading passage that has many descriptive details.A reading passage that is enjoyable to read, tells, a personal story, or teaches a lesson through the use of a story.A reading passage that contains many opinions or tries toc onvince readers to do something, buy something, or believe something.
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