Author's Purpose
Grade 2 · English Language Arts · Reading Comprehension · Utah, USA
Lesson Summary
An author writes to inform, entertain, or persuade. Figuring out the purpose helps you understand the text.
Explanation
Every author has a reason for writing. Some authors want to inform you by teaching facts. Some want to entertain you with a fun story. Others want to persuade you to agree with their opinion. Ask yourself: 'Is this teaching me something? Is it making me laugh or feel excited? Is it trying to change my mind?' Knowing the author's purpose helps you understand why the text was written.
Practice Questions
Q1: A book tells a funny story about a talking dog. What is the author's purpose?
Answer: To entertain
Q2: An article explains how volcanoes erupt. What is the author's purpose?
Answer: To inform
Q3: A poster says 'Vote for class president Ana! She is the best choice!' What is the author's purpose?
Answer: To persuade
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Author's Purpose is taught in Grade 2 as part of the English Language Arts curriculum in Utah, USA.
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