
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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