An author writes for many reasons. They may: give you Facts or true information about a subject. If...

An author writes for many reasons. They may:

• give you Facts or true information about a subject. If so, they are writing to:

• Advise or Inform

• give you Fictional stories or stories that are not true. They write these stories to:

• Entertain

• Try to get you to do something to:

• Persuade

Facts or true

Information?

Fiction?

Tries to get you

to do something?

to Entertain

to Inform or Advise

to Persuade or Convince

Now it’s up to you to decide whether the passage is meant to advise/inform,

persuade, or entertain!

It was a glorious morning in Alabama. The sun was shining through the trees. Alan couldn't wait to find his fishing pole and call his friend Sam to go fishing. They had a great time on these early morning fishing trips. They took their dogs with them and the dogs would swim in the lake while they fished. It was so funny to watch those dogs paddle around the lake.

to Inform to Entertain to Persuade

Katina and her brother, Jess were playing with the water hose outside one day. Jess was hiding from Katina so she wouldn't squirt him with the water. The back door opened and Katina pointed the water hose toward the door. It was Mom and she was dripping wet!

to Advise to Entertain to Persuade

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The Underground Railroad was a secret organization which helped slaves escape to freedom. Many slaves were able to escape because of the conductors and station masters. The northern states were free states and slaves were free once they arrived in the north. Secret codes and signals were used to identify the conductors and station masters.


Read the following passages. Then you must figure out what the MAIN

purpose of the passages are.

To: Jane SmithFrom: Debbie O'Leary, Staff SupervisorRe: Annual LeaveDate: 12 April 2002

I don't think you have understood about the need to plan your holiday break before the end of the month. We have to ensure that the office is covered at all times. Therefore, if we know when everyone is planning to take their vacation, I can make a schedule for the holiday period. Please arrange this with me as soon as possible.

What is the main purpose of this text?

A. To make her feel better about missing her vacationB. To tell her how to book her holiday breakC. To make it clear why she must plan her holiday break now

"Are your parents in, little girl?" asked the man at the door."They was, but they's out now," she said.

"Where's your grammar, child?""In the kitchen making the tea."

What is the main purpose of this piece of writing?

A.To teach us about grammarB.To warn us about annoying people calling at the doorC.To entertain or amuseD.To advise us about grammar problems

What is the main purpose of this writing?

A. To tell Mom how to get to BlackpoolB. To explain why they have gone to BlackpoolC. To persuade Mom to go to BlackpoolD. To tell Mom they are in Blackpool

Hi Mom!

We are having a lovely day here in Blackpool. Jason went for a donkey ride, and we have all been up the Tower. What a view! Danielle can't wait to go on the Big One. We'll have to see. See you next week.

Love, Louise and Gary

Dear Anne Watkinson,

This is the time of year that many of us are planning our holiday trips. Are you thinking of going to Spain? It is quite beautiful this time of year.We are able to offer you an all expense paid trip for your family for a week to the resort of your choice in Spain. All you need to do is come to the Sea View Leisure Centre next Saturday, January 19th, and take part in our survey. If you can come, please contact me on 860-1432, and I will reserve you a place. You will receive more details afterwards. I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Yours,John AstiFor Spanish Promotions What is the main purpose of this writing?

A. To tell her how to do somethingB. To persuade her to do somethingC. To give information about somethingD. To keep in touch with a friend

Judy Glen's amazing Wrinkle Remover cream will make you look younger in thirty days or less. This remarkable cream has special ingredients to make your wrinkles disappear. The cost for a thirty day supply is $ 25.99. Send your check to P.O.Box 00002, Shelton, CA 74836


Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder was born on February 7, 1867 in Pepin, Wisconsin to Charles and Caroline Ingalls. She met and married Almanzo James Wilder in 1885. She published many books based on her travels to the west. Her writing became the basis for the " Little House" series She died in 1957.


HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Northwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets and you will enjoy having one. They are only $ 17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today!


Calligraphy is a form of handwriting . A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas , certificates and other awards are written in calligraphy. It is an interesting form of handwriting. to Inform to Entertain to

Persuade

Rosie had the best time making her valentine cards for her classmates. She used red and white paper, heart stickers, markers and anything else she could find. It was great. Her friends are planning a valentine party on Feb. 14th at school. The one she made for her best friend is funny. Funny valentines are nice to get.


The easy Chopper 3 will chop your vegetables for you in about 30 seconds. It is easy to use and you can use any vegetable. The cost is $ 29.95. Order yours today!


Abraham Lincoln's birthday is on Feb. 12th. He was a great President of the United States. He was the 16th President to be exact. He is remembered for freeing the slaves.



Joe had been fishing for over two hours without a single bite. Suddenly there was a nibble at the end of his fishing line. He stood up on the boat and leaned out too far. Just then there was a sharp yank on the line. Joe fell overboard and landed head first into the water. Joe and his friends laughed and laughed.


The giant panda is a bearlike animal that has thick white fur with black markings on its ears, limbs, shoulders, and around its eyes. The giant panda feeds on bamboo forests at high altitudes in western China. It also eats bulbs, roots, eggs, and some small mammals. The cubs are born in late winter. The giant panda is an endangered species and is protected by the Chinese government.


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