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Author's Purpose
Ever wonder why someone wrote something? That's the author's purpose - their reason or intention behind creating a text. Writers don't just randomly put words on a page - they have specific goals in mind!
Remember the handy P.I.E. method to identify the three most common purposes for writing:
- P - Persuade: The author tries to convince you of something or change your opinion
- I - Inform: The author teaches you facts or explains how something works
- E - Entertain: The author wants to amuse you or tell an engaging story
Quick Tip: Many texts have more than one purpose! A funny article about climate change might both entertain AND inform you.
Understanding an author's perspective (how they think about the subject) is just as important. Their viewpoint shapes everything about the text - from what information they include to the words they choose to express their ideas.
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Author's Purpose
Ever wonder why someone wrote something? That's the author's purpose - their reason or intention behind creating a text. Writers don't just randomly put words on a page - they have specific goals in mind!
Remember the handy P.I.E. method to identify the three most common purposes for writing:
- P - Persuade: The author tries to convince you of something or change your opinion
- I - Inform: The author teaches you facts or explains how something works
- E - Entertain: The author wants to amuse you or tell an engaging story
Quick Tip: Many texts have more than one purpose! A funny article about climate change might both entertain AND inform you.
Understanding an author's perspective (how they think about the subject) is just as important. Their viewpoint shapes everything about the text - from what information they include to the words they choose to express their ideas.
We thought you’d never ask...
What is the Knowunity AI companion?
Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.
Where can I download the Knowunity app?
You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.
Is Knowunity really free of charge?
That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.
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Students love us — and so will you.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan SiOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha KlichAndroid user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
AnnaiOS user