What a Statement
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Worksheet Description
Generally, authors write with one or more of these three main purposes in mind: to inform, to persuade, or to entertain. Keep these purposes in mind as you analyze the statements. Before analyzing individual statements, read the entire piece to understand the overall theme, message, and context. This will provide a better understanding of the author’s intentions.