Author's Purpose

Author's Purpose

Grade 2 · ELA · 45 min

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Learning Objective

I can tell the difference between the three main reasons authors write: to persuade, to inform, or to entertain.

Warm-Up Video

Khan Academy · 6:21

Analyzing an author's purpose | Reading | Khan Academy

Practice Questions

2 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

A story tells about a funny dog who goes on silly adventures. Is the author's purpose to persuade, inform, or entertain? A book describes how to plant a garden and take care of the plants. Is the author's purpose to persuade, inform, or entertain?

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