The purpose refers to the reason why an author writes a particular piece of text. It can be to inform, persuade, entertain, or express their thoughts and feelings.
Think of the purpose as the GPS destination that guides the author's writing. Just like how a GPS helps you reach your desired location, understanding the purpose helps you navigate through the author's intentions in their writing.
Justify (Justification): Justification is when an author provides reasons or evidence to support their claims or actions.
Assert (Assertion): Assertion is when an author confidently states their opinion or belief without providing extensive evidence.
Tone: Tone refers to the attitude or mood conveyed by the author in their writing.
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