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- 1. Multiple ChoiceIf you read a passage about an author trying to get you to believe that markers work better than crayons, what would the author’s purpose be?informdescribepersuadeentertain
- 2. Multiple ChoiceIf you read a passage that told each step to take when making a grilled cheese, what is the author’s purpose?explainentertainpersuadeinform
- 3. Multiple Choice“It was a cold windy night. I could see my breath as soon as I stepped outside in the crunchy snow. My thick boots protected me my warm feet from the harsh weather. I didn’t care how bad the weather was, I could already taste grandma’s delicious, flaky blueberry pie. Since she was just next door, I could smell the sweet aroma of the warm blueberries baking and began to walk faster.”
What is the author's purpose for this passage?persuadeexplainentertaindescribe - 4. Multiple ChoiceYou receive a postcard from a friend on vacation. She describes the sights, sounds, and smells. What is the author's purpose?describeexplainentertaininform
- 5. Multiple ChoiceHow can you tell if the author's purpose of a passage is to explain?It gives factual information.It gives steps on how to do something.It convinces you to believe the author's opinion.It describes an event with senses.
- 6. Multiple ChoiceSteps to Bake an Apple Pie:
1. Get all of the ingredients
2. Flatten out the crust
3. Scoop in the filling
4. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes
What is the author's purpose?to informto persuadeto entertainto explain - 7. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the author's purpose in a nonfiction book about monkeys?persuadeinformentertaindescribe
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the author's purpose for a fiction story about about a magical princess?entertainexplaininformpersuade
- 9. Multiple ChoiceIf your friend wrote a letter to the principal trying to convince her to let everyone chew gum in class, what is the author's purpose?informexplainpersuadedescribe
- 10. Multiple ChoiceA story about a family trying to stick together and survive through the Great Depression in the Midwest in the 1930's.EntertainPersuadeInformExplain
- 11. Multiple ChoiceA section in a history book describing the conditions and causes of the Great Depression in the Midwest in the 1930's.InformEntertainPersuadeExplain
- 12. Multiple ChoiceAn instructional booklet describing how to operate an MP3 playerInformExplainEntertainPersuade
- 13. Multiple ChoiceA You-Tube video on directions on how to cook New Orleans gumboInformExplainEntertainPersuade
- 14. Multiple ChoiceA DYI article on how to create the best locker everPersuadeExplainEntertainInform
- 15. Multiple ChoiceA speech written by Obama regarding the state of the countries in crisis from natural disasters.EntertainPersuadeInformExplain
- 16. Multiple ChoiceA young girl's note to her parents giving reasons why they should buy a puppy.PersuadeEntertainInformExplain
- 17. Multiple Choice“It was a cold windy night. I could see my breath as soon as I stepped outside in the crunchy snow. My thick boots protected me my warm feet from the harsh weather. I didn’t care how bad the weather was, I could already taste grandma’s delicious, flaky blueberry pie. Since she was just next door, I could smell the sweet aroma of the warm blueberries baking and began to walk faster.”
What is the author's purpose for this passage?persuadeexplainentertaindescribe - 18. Multiple ChoiceIt was a glorious morning in Alabama. The sun was shining through the trees. Alan couldn't wait to find his fishing pole and call his friend Sam to go fishing. They had a great time on these early morning fishing trips. They took their dogs with them and the dogs would swim in the lake while they fished. It was so funny to watch those dogs paddle around the lake.to informto Entertainto Persuade
- 19. Multiple ChoiceThe Slim-O-Matic will cause you to loose pounds and inches from your body in one month. This amazing machine helps you to exercise correctly and provides an easy video to show you the proper way to exercise. Send $75.99 and begin exercising today.to Informto Entertainto Persuade
- 20. Multiple Choice
Get the Point
When you’re scribbling a note with a pencil, do you ever wonder what this handy tool is made from? To get right to the point, a pencil is made of a number of materials. The inside is made of graphite that is made stronger with clay. Its wooden outside comes from cedar trees. The yellow paint on the wood is made from minerals, while the metal brand at one end is aluminum. Should you make a mistake while writing, use the eraser. Its main materials are soybean oil and latex.
The Author’s main purpose for writing this passage is to
Inform readers about how clay can be used to write with.
Persuade readers that the best tool to use for writing is a pencil.
Inform readers of what a pencil is made out of.
Entertain readers with a story about a pencil.
- 21. Multiple Choice
The Miracle Cream
Merc Corporation has just completed trials on its new facial cream, No Age. No Age will soon hit the shelves at all major retailers. This product has the promise to be one of the best creams to prevent wrinkles. Hopefully people will discover its amazing abilities to make skin look better. Give it a shot. It just might turn you into your old self.
The Author’s main purpose for writing this passage is to
Inform readers that Merc Corporation made a new cream.
Persuade readers that No Age cream will make them look younger.
Entertain readers with a story about how No Age cream made a woman look younger.
Persuade readers that Merc Corporation is the best place to work.
- 22. Multiple Choice
Don’t Destroy the Park
At the upcoming city council meeting, the council will vote on whether or not to destroy Pilla Park and turn it into a shopping mall. I am writing to tell you this is a bad idea. Hundreds of kids and families in Eudora use the park each week. Also, it is a great place to hang out in the summer because of the full- grown trees all throughout. Please think about the advantages of having a great park close to downtown before making your vote.
The Author’s main purpose for writing this passage is to
Persuade readers that a shopping mall should be built.
Inform readers that the city council will vote on building a new shopping mall soon.
Persuade readers that Pilla Park is a great place and should not be destroyed.
Inform readers that Pilla Park is a lovely park.
- 23. Multiple Choice
Short For
You know that Mr. is short for mister, but do you know what CEO means? It stands for chief executive officer. Not all abbreviations stand for people. For example, Pk. means park, Rd. stands for road, and Mt. represents mountain. The abbreviation Dr. stands for two different words-doctor and drive. Units of measure also have abbreviations. Teaspoon is often shortened to tsp. and gal. stands for gallon.
The Author’s main purpose for writing this passage is to
Entertain the reader with a story about a person trying to become CEO.
Inform the reader that abbreviations are used for a variety of words.
Entertain the reader with a funny story about a teaspoon at a park.
Inform the reader that Mr. is short for Mister.
- 24. Multiple Choice
Eating in Egypt
Suppose you lived thousands of years ago in Ancient Egypt. What would you have eaten? Like all Ancient Egyptians, you would eat bread with every meal. Garlic bread, raisin bread, and nutbread were three favorites. Egyptians also ate a lot of fruit including figs, dates, and pomegranates. Vegetables were also part of their diet. Lettuce, beans, onions, cucumbers, and leeks were all popular. How do you think you’d like your Egyptian meal?
What is the author’s purpose for writing this passage?
To persuade readers that Egypt is the best place for a vacation.
To Inform readers about what Ancient Egyptians would have eaten.
Persuade readers that Ancient Egyptians ate better than anyone else in the world.
Entertain readers with a story about dinner time in Ancient Egypt.
- 25. Multiple Choice
Spaceship
As the spaceship raced toward Earth, my heart pounded. Never before had I seen the planet of our forefathers. This was the place that they had left when they started the colony on Pluto. That was long before they came to Star System XPA. The mother planet had not been exposed until a year ago. I am so lucky to have been chosen to return!
Captain Zekot asked for me by name, because of my understanding of history. I was thrilled that he would ask me on such an important mission with the group of scientists. To be asked on the Great Dig, to find the remains of the homes of our forefathers, is a huge favor.
As we neared Earth, we came in view of Mars. “Should we stop, sir?” asked the pilot to Captain Zekot.
“I don’t think so,” said the captain. “There is no water on that planet and only a few carts and other objects from the Early Explorations. We need to stay on schedule to reach Earth.”
What is the author’s purpose for writing this passage?
Persuade readers to travel in space.
Inform readers that space travel is difficult to do.
Entertain readers with a story about a boy going back to Earth.
Entertain readers with a story about a boy visiting Mars.
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