Author's Purpose
A news article detailing the effects of climate change on polar bear populations. What type of author purpose is being ask?
Inform
A novel about a group of teenagers going on a summer adventure. Identify what is being ask?
Entertain
A speech encouraging voters to support a particular political candidate
Persuade
A biography describing the life and accomplishments of a famous scientist
Describe
A Book explaining how plants convert sunlight into energy.
Entertain
In a political article, the author discusses recent policies on climate change, presents data from scientific studies, quotes experts, and argues that stronger regulations are necessary to prevent environmental disaster. What is the author’s primary purpose?
To persuade
An author writes a detailed, unbiased guide comparing different types of renewable energy sources—solar, wind, and hydroelectric—describing their pros and cons, efficiency, and environmental impact. What is the author’s purpose?
To explain
An author writes an editorial in a major newspaper arguing that schools should implement later start times to improve students' health and performance. The author uses scientific studies, expert opinions, and personal anecdotes. What is the author's primary purpose?
To persuade
A piece of investigative journalism uncovers corruption within a local government, using interviews, data, and documents to expose the issue and prompt action. What is the author’s primary purpose?
To inform
An author writes a narrative poem that vividly describes a sunset over a calm lake, using descriptive language to evoke feelings of peace and tranquility. What is the author’s primary purpose
To describe