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TEAM 10
Writing to entertain
Three reasons for writing
Writing to inform
Writing to persuade
The purpose of an author can vary depending
on the context and the particular piece of
writing. However, some common purposes
include:
1. To inform.
2. To persuade.
3. To entertain.
4. To express.
5. To critique or analyze.
6. To document or record.
7. To provoke thought or reflection.
The author's purpose may be to entertain the
reader, providing enjoyment, amusement, or an
escape from reality. This includes genres such as
novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and humor.
Entertainment writing focuses on storytelling,
creating engaging characters, and evoking
emotions in the reader.
You can use poems to entertain by
reciting them during special events
or gatherings. They can be used to
convey emotions, tell a story, or
create a specific atmosphere
poem : You can use songs to
entertain by singing or
playing an instrument. This
can be done at parties,
concerts, or even just for
personal enjoyment
songs
You can use stories to entertain
your readers or audience by
reading them aloud, sharing them in
written form, or performing them as
a play. This can be done in various
settings such as classrooms,
libraries, or even at home.
Stories
The author's purpose may be to educate
or provide information on a particular
topic. They aim to present facts, explain
concepts, or share knowledge with the
reader. This type of writing can be found
in textbooks, news articles, manuals, and
non-fiction books.
These texts can be used to follow
step-by-step instructions for
various tasks such as cooking,
building something, or assembling a
product.
Instructions or directions:
These texts provide factual
information on a wide range
of subjects. They can be
used for research, writing
papers, or expanding your
knowledge on a particular
topic.
Encyclopedia or other
reference texts:
You can use these texts to gain
knowledge on a specific topic, write
reports or research papers, or use
the information for educational
purpose.
Expository essays or articles:
These texts can be used to follow
step-by-step instructions for
various tasks such as cooking,
building something, or assembling a
product.
Instructions or directions:
These texts provide factual
information on a wide range
of subjects. They can be
used for research, writing
papers, or expanding your
knowledge on a particular
topic.
Encyclopedia or other
reference texts:
You can use these texts to gain
knowledge on a specific topic, write
reports or research papers, or use
the information for educational
purpose.
Expository essays or articles:
In persuasive writing, the author aims to
convince the reader to adopt a certain
belief, take a specific action, or agree
with their viewpoint. Persuasive writing
can be seen in advertisements, opinion
pieces, editorials, and speeches.
These texts can be used when running for
a position or giving a presentation to
convince others to support a cause or
candidate. They often include persuasive
techniques such as emotional appeal,
logical arguments, and effective
communication.
Campaign speeches
You can use persuasive letters or
notes to convince someone to take a
particular action or change their
opinion on a certain matter. This can
be done in personal or professional
contexts, such as business proposals,
request letters, or personal appeals.
Persuasive letters or notes:
Advertisements
You can use advertisements to
persuade others to buy or try a
product or service. This can be done
by creating persuasive campaigns,
designing eye-catching visuals, or
using compelling language
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POWERPOINT PRESENTATION ABOUT Author's purpose

  • 2. Writing to entertain Three reasons for writing Writing to inform Writing to persuade
  • 3. The purpose of an author can vary depending on the context and the particular piece of writing. However, some common purposes include: 1. To inform. 2. To persuade. 3. To entertain. 4. To express. 5. To critique or analyze. 6. To document or record. 7. To provoke thought or reflection.
  • 4. The author's purpose may be to entertain the reader, providing enjoyment, amusement, or an escape from reality. This includes genres such as novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and humor. Entertainment writing focuses on storytelling, creating engaging characters, and evoking emotions in the reader.
  • 5. You can use poems to entertain by reciting them during special events or gatherings. They can be used to convey emotions, tell a story, or create a specific atmosphere poem : You can use songs to entertain by singing or playing an instrument. This can be done at parties, concerts, or even just for personal enjoyment songs You can use stories to entertain your readers or audience by reading them aloud, sharing them in written form, or performing them as a play. This can be done in various settings such as classrooms, libraries, or even at home. Stories
  • 6. The author's purpose may be to educate or provide information on a particular topic. They aim to present facts, explain concepts, or share knowledge with the reader. This type of writing can be found in textbooks, news articles, manuals, and non-fiction books.
  • 7. These texts can be used to follow step-by-step instructions for various tasks such as cooking, building something, or assembling a product. Instructions or directions: These texts provide factual information on a wide range of subjects. They can be used for research, writing papers, or expanding your knowledge on a particular topic. Encyclopedia or other reference texts: You can use these texts to gain knowledge on a specific topic, write reports or research papers, or use the information for educational purpose. Expository essays or articles:
  • 8. These texts can be used to follow step-by-step instructions for various tasks such as cooking, building something, or assembling a product. Instructions or directions: These texts provide factual information on a wide range of subjects. They can be used for research, writing papers, or expanding your knowledge on a particular topic. Encyclopedia or other reference texts: You can use these texts to gain knowledge on a specific topic, write reports or research papers, or use the information for educational purpose. Expository essays or articles:
  • 9. In persuasive writing, the author aims to convince the reader to adopt a certain belief, take a specific action, or agree with their viewpoint. Persuasive writing can be seen in advertisements, opinion pieces, editorials, and speeches.
  • 10. These texts can be used when running for a position or giving a presentation to convince others to support a cause or candidate. They often include persuasive techniques such as emotional appeal, logical arguments, and effective communication. Campaign speeches You can use persuasive letters or notes to convince someone to take a particular action or change their opinion on a certain matter. This can be done in personal or professional contexts, such as business proposals, request letters, or personal appeals. Persuasive letters or notes: Advertisements You can use advertisements to persuade others to buy or try a product or service. This can be done by creating persuasive campaigns, designing eye-catching visuals, or using compelling language