Author's Purpose
There is a magazine article that included some alarming statistics about pollution and how people are damaging the planet with everyday decisions that they make. The article also includes some suggestions for how you can help improve the Earth's situation for future generations.
The author's primary purpose for writing this article is most likely:
A. to inform readers about pollution.
B. to inform readers about the Earth.
C. to persuade readers to change certain habits that will help the Earth.
D. to persuade readers not to pollute the Earth by littering
C
Your parents just bought a new family vehicle. Before they left the dealership, the salesperson showed them all the features and how everything worked. However, they were shown so many new features that they cannot remember how to operate the DVD player! Your mom pulls out the car’s owner manual and finds the chapter that includes information about the DVD player. Within minutes, the DVD player is showing your favorite movie.
The author's primary purpose for writing the vehicle manual is most likely:
A. to inform readers on how to operate various things in the vehicle.
B. to persuade readers to understand every single feature of their vehicle.
C. to entertain readers with a complete listing of their vehicle’s features.
D. to inform parents of the importance of knowing how to operate the vehicle’s DVD player.
A
The curtains in the window are waving hello to us.
What is personification?
The siren turned into a whisper as it ended.
imagery
The cat and dog didn't like each other. The dog chases the cat everyday around the neighborhood.
What is third person ?
Are you between the ages of 7-12? If so, you should be getting between 10-11 hours of sleep each night. Studies have found that kids who get enough sleep at night are more alert for learning, are less likely to get sick, and simply feel better. So, go to bed early tonight!
The author’s primary purpose for the above statements is most likely:
A. to inform readers about the benefits of getting the right amount of sleep each night.
B. to persuade readers to get the right amount of sleep each night.
C. to persuade readers to understand sleep studies.
D. to explain to readers how to stay healthy by getting enough sleep.
B
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is located in the state of Ohio, not far from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron. Not only is it the only national park in the state of Ohio, it is also earns the title of youngest national park in the United States. It was given national park status in 2000. Visitors to the park will enjoy the beauty of the winding Cuyahoga River, the breathtaking Brandywine Falls, and miles of forest, farmlands, and rolling hills.
The author’s primary purpose for the above statements is most likely:
A. to persuade readers to visit a national park in their state.
B. to persuade readers to visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
C. to inform readers with facts about Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
D. to inform readers about the location of Cuyahoga National Park.
C
The car was as fast as a jet soaring through the sky.
What is a simile?
You are my sunshine.
What is metaphor?
First, you need to get out two slices of bread. Next, you have to spread the peanut butter and jelly. Finally, you should put the bread together and enjoy it.
What is Second person?
If you read about, the benefits of good nutrition, you will learn that eating the right foods and the right amounts of food helps people control their weight and reduce their risk of other health problems, like heart disease and diabetes.
The author's primary purpose for writing this chapter is most likely:
A. to inform readers about good nutrition.
B. to inform readers about heart disease and diabetes.
C. to persuade readers to change their eating habits.
D. to persuade readers to get tested for health problems
A
What better way to spend an early fall evening than to enjoy it in front of a crackling bonfire. As the autumn sun sets, the best thing to see is the light in the sky replaced by the intense yellow and orange glow of the burning flames. The scent of burning wood is amazing, the sight of rising smoke, and the sound of crackling flames ignite the senses, while the warmth from the burning embers warm not only the body, but the soul as well. You should make a bonfire sometime in the fall.
The author’s primary purpose for the above statements is most likely:
A. to persuade readers to have a bonfire.
B. to describe a bonfire to readers.
C. to explain to readers how to enjoy a bonfire.
D. to inform readers of what to expect if they go to a bonfire.
A
She splashed into the pool.
What is onomatopoeia?
The computer stared at me while a put off doing my homework.
What is personification?
My family and I went to Disney World last summer and we rode all of the rides. We ate pizza and drank Sprite after. I can't wait to go back again.
What is first person?
There is a story about a family that went on their first camping trip together. As soon as they arrived at the campground, they put up their tent and then set off on a hike. However, when a sudden thunderstorm came over the mountain, they ran back in the pouring rain to the campground to find their tent blown over in the storm.
The author's primary purpose for writing this story is most likely:
A. to persuade readers to watch the weather forecast when camping.
B. to describe a family’s camping trip.
C. to persuade readers to never go camping.
D. to entertain readers about a family’s camping experience.
D
Is your closet filled to the brim with toys you don’t play with anymore and clothes that no longer fit? Follow these tips to clear your closet of items you do not need any longer. First, get three large boxes. Label one box “KEEP”, one box “DONATE”, and the last box “TOSS”. Then, go through each item in your closet and place it in one of the boxes. Once your closet is completely empty, take the items in your “KEEP” box and decide if the closet is the best place for it. If the answer is yes, back it goes, but now that there are fewer other items, you should be able to find it more easily!
The author’s primary purpose for the above statements is most likely:
A. to entertain readers by imagining they are organizing their closet.
B. to inform readers on how to organize their closet.
C. to persuade readers to organize their closet.
D. to persuade readers to donate items they no longer use.
B
My head is pounding like a drum.
Imagery
We had to wait for forever!
hyperbole
Charlotte, said Wilbur. “We’re all going home today!” The Fair is almost over. Won’t it be wonderful to be back home in the barn cellar again with the sheep and the geese?” For a moment Charlotte said nothing. Then she spoke in a voice so low Wilbur could hardly hear the words. “I will not be going back to the barn,” she said. Wilbur leapt to his feet. “Not going back?” he cried. “Charlotte, what are you talking about?”
What is third person?
There is a story about a girl going on a walk with her dog. She told of the feeling of the warm spring breeze on her skin. She also told you about all the funny things her dog did, like chasing a squirrel up a tree.
The author's primary purpose for writing this article is most likely:
A. to describe her dog’s love of being walked.
B. to describe a walk on a spring day.
C. to persuade readers to go on walks in the spring.
D. to entertain readers with the author’s experience going for a walk
D
Try to persuade you teacher to give you extra time on your favorite game on your iPad.
Teachers choice
What is alliteration?
Repetition of sounds.
onomatopoeia
Word that sound like, sound effects
You need 6 lemons, 4 cups of water, and a ton of sugar. If you don't have a pitcher, you must grab one. You'll have to pour all the ingredients in carefully.
What is second person?