Author Purpose

7 Grade 6 English questions on Author Purpose, with worked marking schemes. 7 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   "Always wash your hands with soap before eating. This helps prevent diseases caused by germs."

   The author wrote this passage to:

   A. tell a story

   B. entertain the reader

   C. describe a place

   D. give advice on staying healthy

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   "Water is essential for life. All living organisms need water to survive. Without water, plants wilt, animals die, and humans suffer from dehydration."

   The author's purpose is to:

   A. inform readers about the importance of water

   B. persuade readers to drink more water

   C. describe a drought

   D. entertain with a funny story

   (1 mark)

   Marking scheme

   A. Author purpose: inform about water's importance

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   A text that aims to persuade the reader would use language that is:

   A. confusing

   B. neutral and factual

   C. emotional and one-sided

   D. scientific and technical

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   "Electricity is generated at power stations and distributed through cables to homes and businesses. Without electricity, many modern conveniences would be impossible."

   The author's purpose in writing this is to:

   A. entertain readers with a story

   B. describe a power failure

   C. persuade readers to save electricity

   D. inform readers about electricity

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Which text type is written in columns with a headline?

   A. A diary entry

   B. A letter

   C. A poem

   D. A newspaper article

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   A persuasive text is one that tries to:

   A. give instructions

   B. change the reader's opinion or action

   C. describe a place

   D. tell a story

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   "Once upon a time, a clever hare tricked a greedy hyena into falling into a pit. All the animals laughed and laughed."

   The purpose of this passage is to:

   A. give instructions

   B. advertise something

   C. entertain the reader

   D. provide information

   (1 mark)

   Marking scheme

   C. Story format ("once upon a time") = entertainment

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