What is author's purpose?

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An author's purpose is the reason an author decides to write about a specific topic. It's what they hope to achieve by writing a particular work. Understanding the author's purpose is crucial for interpreting the text effectively.

The three main purposes are:

• Persuade: To convince the reader of a certain point of view or to take a specific action. Authors might use arguments, evidence, or emotional appeals.

• Inform: To provide the reader with facts, knowledge, or explanations about a topic. Authors often use descriptive language, definitions, and examples.

• Entertain: To amuse or delight the reader. Authors often use humor, interesting characters, or exciting plots.

Sometimes, an author may have multiple purposes in a single piece of writing. Recognizing the dominant purpose, however, is key to understanding the author's message and intent. Identifying tone, style and audience can help you determine the author's purpose.