Author's Purpose
What does "author's purpose mean?"
The reason why an author writes a text.
What does "point of view" mean in story?
Who is telling the story.
What does it mean to "read between the lines"?
To use information in the story to figure out things the author does not directly say.
What is the setting in a story?
The place and time a story happens.
What is a synonym for happy?
Sad
angry
joyful
tired
joyful
Which of these is NOT one of the main reason's authors write?
-To persuade
-To inform
-To confuse
-To entertain
To confuse
What is the point of view in the sentence?
"I walked to school today."
First-Person
"Sam forgot his umbrella. When he walked home from school is clothes were soaking wet."
What can you infer?
It was raining.
Why is the setting important?
It helps readers understand where and when the story takes place.
Synonym for big
small
tiny
large
short
large
If an author writes a book about how to build a birdhouse with step by step instructions, what is the author's purpose?
To inform.
Which sentence is written in third person?
A. I love to play soccer with my friends.
B. You should try this delicious pizza.
C. She opened the door and walked inside.
D We are going to the zoo tomorrow.
C. She opened the door and walked inside.
Emma's stomach growled loudly during the quiet test. Her face turned bright red.
What can you infer about Emma?
Emma was embarrassed.
How can a setting affect the characters in a story?
It can create challenges or provide help for characters.
Synonym for fast
quick
slow
steady
careful
quick
In a text that tries to convince you to recycle, what is the author's purpose?
To persuade.
How can you tell a story is written in first-person?
The story uses words like "I," "me," or "we"
Mrs. John's students cheered when she announced there would be no homework. They quickly packed their bags and raced out the door when the bell rang
What day of the week is it mostly likely?
Friday
In "The Three Little Pigs" why is the setting of each house important?
It shows whether the houses can protect the pigs from the wolf.
Synonym for cold
hot
warm
cool
burning
cool
If you're reading a funny story about talking animals having an adventure, what is the author's purpose?
To entertain
Why might an author choose to write a story in first-person?
To share the main character's thoughts and feelings directly.
"Maya looked out the window. The trees were bending in the wind and dark clouds filled the sky. She grabbed her raincoat before leaving the house."
What is Maya inferring will happen?
It will rain.
How might a story set in a desert be different from one set in a snowy mountain?
Characters would face different challenges like heat vs cold.
Synonym for pretty
ugly
beautiful
plain
messy
beautiful