1. What is a Writer’s Purpose?

• The writer’s purpose is the reason why an author writes a text.
• Common purposes include:
  • To inform: Giving information or facts.
  • To entertain: Telling a story or providing enjoyment.
  • To persuade: Convincing the reader to agree with a point of view or take action.

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2. Identifying the Purpose:

• Look for clues in the text that help you understand the writer’s purpose.
• Consider the following:
  • Title: Does it suggest information, a story, or a call to action?
  • Word Choice: Are there facts, descriptions, or emotional language?
  • Examples: What kind of examples or details are included?

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3. Common Purposes and Their Text Types:

• To Inform:
  • Text Types: Nonfiction articles, textbooks, how-to guides.
  • Example: “The Life Cycle of a Butterfly” explains the stages of development.
• To Entertain:
  • Text Types: Stories, poems, plays.
  • Example: “Once upon a time, a brave knight set out on a quest” engages the reader with a story.
• To Persuade:
  • Text Types: Advertisements, opinion pieces, persuasive essays.
  • Example: “You should adopt a pet from the shelter because they need loving homes” tries to convince the reader.

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4. How to Choose the Right Text:

• When given multiple texts, ask yourself:
  • What is the main idea of each text?
  • What purpose does the writer seem to have?
  • Does the text provide facts, tell a story, or try to persuade me?

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5. Examples of Matching Texts to Purpose:

• Informative Text:
  • Title: “The Solar System”
  • Purpose: To inform about planets and their characteristics.
• Entertaining Text:
  • Title: “The Adventures of a Little Mouse”
  • Purpose: To entertain with a fun story about a mouse’s journey.
• Persuasive Text:
  • Title: “Why You Should Recycle”
  • Purpose: To persuade readers to recycle for a better environment.

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