In Reader's Workshop this week, we learned that writers can have four main purposes for writing. You can find the purpose of a text by asking, "What does the writer want to happen as a result of this writing?"
Writing to inform: The main concern is to give the reader information. Examples include a description of the Alamo, a comparision of dogs and cats, or the retelling of a battle.
Writing to influence: This is also called persuasive writing. It focuses on trying to get the author to agree to do something or believe a certain way. Examples: letters to the editor, advertisements
Writing to express: This is usually something the author doesn't intend for someone else to read. Examples: poetry, diaries
Writing to entertain: The goal here is to tell a story and give the reader a great experience. Examples: novels, stories, plays, funny stories
Just about every piece of writing has a combination of purposes. Look for the main reason the author is writing a piece.
What's the purpose of this blog posting?
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