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Author's Purpose Mixed Practice
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Author's Purpose Mixed Practice
Author's Purpose Mixed Practice
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Grade: Grade 3
Subject: Grammar
Topic: Author's Purpose
Time: 20 Minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Questions: 10
Instructions: Read each sentence or short passage. Decide if the author’s purpose is to persuade, inform, or entertain. Write your answer on the line.
Skills Practiced:
Author's Purpose
Grammar
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
1Question
A poster says, 'Read books every day to grow your brain!' What is the author's purpose?
2Question
A science book says, 'The sun is a star that gives us light and warmth.' What is the author's purpose?
3Question
A story says, 'The dog wore a hat and danced in the rain.' What is the author's purpose?
4Question
A sign says, 'Wash your hands before lunch to stay healthy.' What is the author's purpose?
5Question
An article says, 'Frogs live near water and lay eggs in ponds.' What is the author's purpose?
6Question
A comic book says, 'The cat chased a banana across the kitchen floor!' What is the author's purpose?
7Question
A flyer says, 'Join our school clean-up day and help keep our playground beautiful.' What is the author's purpose?
8Question
A paragraph explains, 'Plants need sunlight, water, and air to grow.' What is the author's purpose?
9Question
A story says, 'Mia tried to bake a cake, but the flour flew everywhere!' What is the author's purpose?
10Question
Read this short passage: 'Penguins are birds that cannot fly. They swim well and live in cold places. Their feathers help keep them warm.' What is the author's purpose?