PARCC Author's Purpose 3

Question 1

An advertisement claims a cereal is "the best way to start your day!" What is the author's purpose?

Accepted Answer

To persuade

Answer

Ads use opinion-based claims to convince buyers.

Question 2

A recipe lists ingredients and numbered cooking steps. The primary purpose is to:

Accepted Answer

Instruct

Answer

Step-by-step directions instruct the reader how to do something.

Question 3

Which detail best signals that an author's purpose is to entertain?

Accepted Answer

A surprising plot twist

Answer

A plot twist is a storytelling device meant to amuse readers.

Question 4

A news report states only verified facts about a flood without giving opinions. The purpose is to:

Accepted Answer

Inform

Answer

Reporting verified facts neutrally is informing.

Question 5

An author writes an essay arguing that schools should start later. What text feature would best support this purpose?

Accepted Answer

Evidence and reasons

Answer

Persuasive essays rely on evidence and reasons to convince readers.

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