Author's PurposeOnline version What is the author's purpose? by Hiba 1 Reggie invited Troy over to his house to play after school. As soon as they put their backpacks away, they played video games. After an hour, Reggie's mom said that the boys needed to get off and play outside. Reggie and Troy got their bikes and rode around Troy's neighborhood. When their stomachs started growling, they headed back to Reggie's house for a snack. a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 2 Monarch butterflies are orange, black, and white. Their wingspan is about five inches. They are poisonous from eating milkweed as caterpillars. Predators that eat them get sick. When it gets cold, monarchs fly to warmer places. a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 3 Fresh ingredients, better pizza, and the best prices in town. That’s what you’ll get when you come to the “Pizza Palace”. Mention this ad and get an extra 10% off your purchase. a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 4 It was a beautiful spring morning, the birds were singing, the chipmunks were out playing , and the bees were enjoying the flowers. Out in the field, the farmer was busy planting his crops. In the distance, he saw something laying in tall grass. As the farmer walked over ,he noticed that it was a small baby deer. a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 5 Sea otters are mammals that live in the Pacific Ocean. They feed near the shore. They eat clams, crabs, octopuses, urchins, and fish. A sea otter has two layers of fur that help protect it from the cold ocean water. Their outer layer of fur is waterproof, while the inner layer keeps them warm. Sea otters spend a lot of time keeping their fur clean. a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 6 A class pet would make school more fun and teach us responsibility. Caring for a pet helps us be kind and calm. Every class should have one—it makes learning happier for everyone! a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 7 Are you tired of boring snacks? Try the Super Snack Bar! It’s crunchy and sweet and gives you energy for the whole day. One bite, and you’ll be ready to learn and play! Get yours today! a to persuade b to inform c to entertain 8 We must start drinking water instead of sugary juice or soda. Think about it: water is like a superhero for your body!. It helps you run faster, think clearer in class, and have more energy to play games. Those sweet drinks are yummy, but they can slow you down and hurt your teeth. So, the next time you're thirsty, choose the clear champion—choose water! You'll feel better, be stronger, and you'll be helping your body stay super healthy all day long. Grab a water bottle now! a to persuade b to inform c to entertain
