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What does the acronym PIE stand for in relation to an author's purpose?
What does the acronym PIE stand for in relation to an author's purpose?
What should a writer consider if their essay aims to persuade?
What should a writer consider if their essay aims to persuade?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a persuasive writing purpose?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a persuasive writing purpose?
What is a key element of persuasive writing?
What is a key element of persuasive writing?
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A call to action in persuasive writing is intended to:
A call to action in persuasive writing is intended to:
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Which question helps determine if your essay's purpose is to persuade?
Which question helps determine if your essay's purpose is to persuade?
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Why is it important to avoid extreme opinions in a persuasive essay?
Why is it important to avoid extreme opinions in a persuasive essay?
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What is a common characteristic of persuasive writing?
What is a common characteristic of persuasive writing?
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What should an informative essay avoid including?
What should an informative essay avoid including?
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Which characteristic is essential for an essay written to entertain?
Which characteristic is essential for an essay written to entertain?
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What is the primary goal of an informative essay?
What is the primary goal of an informative essay?
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Which example best exemplifies the author's purpose to entertain?
Which example best exemplifies the author's purpose to entertain?
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What can undermine the main idea in an informative essay?
What can undermine the main idea in an informative essay?
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In an essay aimed at persuasion, which element should be prominently featured?
In an essay aimed at persuasion, which element should be prominently featured?
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What is a common trait of storytelling that aids in entertainment?
What is a common trait of storytelling that aids in entertainment?
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Study Notes
Author's Purpose in Writing
- Writing has a specific objective, called author's purpose
- Three main purposes: persuade, inform, entertain (PIE)
- Understanding which category helps ensure essay achieves its goal
Persuasive Writing
- Purpose: Convince the reader to agree with your opinion
- Requires opinions, call to action (e.g., voting, buying product)
- Avoid extreme opinions; focus on realistic demands
- Back up opinion with facts and evidence (e.g., statistics)
- Example: Political speeches, commercials
Informative Writing
- Purpose: Provide factual information to the reader
- Avoid personal opinions, judgments
- Include only provable facts relevant to the thesis (main idea)
- Goal: Enlighten the reader about a topic
- Examples: Textbooks, encyclopedias, cookbooks
Entertaining Writing
- Purpose: Describe a story, real or imagined (fiction or nonfiction)
- Goal: Amuse the reader, not necessarily teach a lesson
- Often includes story elements: characters, plot, setting, conflict
- Examples: Novels, movies, poems, plays, musicals
- Relatable characters, interesting plot, logical setting, and compelling conflict are important for a memorable story.
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Description
This quiz explores the three main purposes of writing: to persuade, inform, and entertain. Understanding these objectives can significantly enhance the effectiveness of your essays. Test your knowledge on how to identify and utilize these writing purposes effectively.
