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    This document defines and provides examples of different purposes for writing, including to inform, persuade, entertain, compare, express, and describe. It explains that authors write for reasons and to convey information, change opinions, appeal to emotions, or share feelings with readers. Examples are provided for each purpose like textbooks, advertisements, stories, poems, and reports. The document aims to help readers identify the purpose in a given text.

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    WHY


    The Purpose of
    Writing
    Objective: Define what is the
    purpose of writing and Identify the
    Purpose in a given text.
    • Persuade convince
    • Inform give facts
    • Entertain fiction
    • Compare two or more
    • Express feelings
    • Describe Senses/features
    What is Author’s Purpose?
     It is the reason why an
    author writes a story

     We all have reasons why


    we do the things we do.

     Authors write to inform,


    persuade, entertain, or
    describe situations to
    their readers.
    Writing to Inform-
     When author’s write to inform, they write about a
    topic in which they want the reader to learn
    information.
     Written to give information or describe
    something. Authors use facts and reasons to
    get the point across.
     Examples:
     Textbooks
     News articles
     Informational Brochures
     Encyclopedias
     Schedules, charts, instructions
    Writing to Inform-
     There are many creatures that live in the
    sea. Some fish live in shallow water
    and some live in the deepest part of the
    sea. These fish come in a variety of
    shapes, sizes, and colors. Today, many
    new creatures are still being discovered.

     What is the author informing you about?


    Writing to Persuade-
     When author’s write to persuade, they want to
    make you agree with them about a certain
    topic.
     Written convince you to change your
    thinking, spend money, support a cause, or
    offer a solution to a problem
     Example:
     Advertisements/Commercials
     Political Speeches
     Church sermons or literature
     Opinion Editorials
     Movie or book reviews
    Writing to Persuade-
     Brushy brooms are the best you can
    buy! Everyone must have one in
    their homes. Whether you are
    sweeping indoors or outdoors, you
    will do a better job with a Brushy
    broom!
    VOTE

     What is the author trying to


    persuade you to do?
    Writing to Describe-

     When author’s write to describe, they talk


    about the way an object looks, tastes,
    smells, feels, or what it does.
    Writing to Describe-
     Chocolate cake is usually eaten for
    dessert. It is dark brown with chocolate
    icing. On the inside it is very moist and
    flaky. It is also tasty and sweet.

     What is the author describing in the


    story?
    Writing to Entertain-
     When author’s write to entertain, they write stories to
    make you laugh, cry, or to enjoy.
     Written to interest the reader, or appeal to
    emotions such as pleasure, sadness, anger, or
    humor.
     Examples:
    Fiction books and other stories
    Plays and movies
    Comic strips
    Video games
    Sports articles or programs
    Writing to Entertain-
     Sally bought some apples
    from a farmer down the road.
    She took some home for dinner
    for her and her pet toad.

     How is the author trying to entertain


    you?
    Writing to Express-
    Written to share a writer’s feelings or
    express opinions.

    Examples
    Poetry
    Songs
    Blogs
    Love letters
    Journals and diaries
    Letters to the editor
    Writing to Compare-
    Examines the way two or more things are alike or
    different. Can have a secondary purpose to
    either inform or persuade.

    Examples
    Comparison essays
    Political analysis
    Consumer or product reports
    A $5,897,321 Question!!!

     What is the Author’s Purpose for writing


    the following story?

     Every child should be able to watch 10


    hours of TV each day. One can learn a lot
    from the educational programs that are
    on. One can also enjoy a lot of great
    movies too. Ask your parents today.
    And the Answer is?

     The author is writing to persuade you to


    ask your parents if you can watch 10
    hours of TV each day.

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