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Author’s Purpose. Theme Five Lessons 21 and 22. Author’s Purpose. This is the reason the author has chosen to write their text. This is sometimes referred to as P.I.E. P. ersuade. I. nform. E. ntertain. Genres.
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Author’s Purpose Theme Five Lessons 21 and 22
Author’s Purpose • This is the reason the author has chosen to write their text. • This is sometimes referred to as P.I.E.
P ersuade I nform E ntertain
Genres • Typically, persuasive and informational are used in non-fiction writing. • Authors of fiction write to entertain.
Author’s Perspective • This is the author’s opinion or view point. • Look for evidence, such as word choice and details, to help you decide what the author’s purpose and perspective are.
Examples • Lesson 21 – p. 539 • Lesson 22 – p. 567