Author’s Purpose
What is one common reason an author writes a nonfiction text?
To inform, persuade or explain
What is a target audience?
The group of people the author wants to reach
True or False: A text can only have one purpose.
False
What makes a source credible?
It is trustworthy and written by someone knowledgeable
What does it mean to integrate research into your response?
To explain how the research supports your idea
If a text explains facts and gives background information, what is the author’s main purpose?
To explain
Who is the most likely audience for a school letter sent to families?
Parents or guardians
Name two purposes a text about digital learning might have.
Inform and persuade
Which is more credible for school research: a random blog or an educational organization?
An educational organization
Why shouldn’t you just copy and paste research into your writing?
You must explain it in your own wordA
Why might an author include facts and emotional language in the same text?
To serve more than one purpose (inform and persuade)
Why might an author change tone depending on the audience?
Different audiences respond better to different tones
Why might one purpose be aimed at parents and another at school leaders?
Each group has different concerns and responsibilities
Why does an author’s experience matter when judging credibility?
Experience shows expertise and knowledge
How can research help you better understand an author’s purpose?
It provides background and support for the topic
How can word choice help you identify an author’s purpose?
Strong or emotional words often show persuasion, while neutral words show informing
If a text uses simple language and definitions, who is the audience most likely to be?
Students or general readers
How do authors often signal a shift in purpose within a text?
By changing tone, examples, or type of evidence
What information should you check before trusting a digital source?
Author, date, publisher, and accuracy
What is one way research can strengthen an argument?
By adding facts, expert opinions, or evidence
Why is it important to analyze an author’s purpose instead of assuming there is only one?
Because texts can have multiple purposes that work together
How does identifying the audience help you better understand the text?
It explains why the author chose certain details, tone, or arguments
Explain how a text can inform readers while also persuading them at the same time.
It gives facts first, then uses those facts to encourage a belief or action
Why is it important to use credible sources when writing or analyzing a text?
Credible sources make arguments stronger and more reliable
How does a teacher interview support a text about digital learning?
It provides real-life evidence of student engagement