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Writing Purposes

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Writing Purposes

We are learning to identify four writing purposes: to inform, to persuade, to explain, and to describe.

I can name four purposes, explain their features, and give an example for each.

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📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. Read the short text. What is its main writing purpose?

"The council will close Smith Street from 9:00 to 15:00 on 12/05/2026 for road repairs. Please use alternate routes."

To inform

To persuade

To explain

To describe

2. Read the advert. What is its main writing purpose?

"Try our new summer ice-cream — creamy, tangy and made with real berries. Buy one today and taste the difference!"

To inform

To persuade

To explain

To describe

3. Read the instructions. What is the main writing purpose?

"Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Step 2: Mix flour and sugar. Step 3: Bake for 20 minutes."

To inform

To persuade

To explain

To describe

4. Check all features that are typical of descriptive writing:

Uses sensory words (sight, sound, smell)

Gives step-by-step instructions

Includes vivid adjectives and details

Presents factual data and dates

Uses emotive language to persuade

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers

5. Write a one-sentence definition for each purpose.

a) To inform: _________

b) To persuade: _________

c) To explain: _________

d) To describe: _________

6. Choose one purpose and a Year 10 audience. Write a short 2–3 sentence opening for a text with that purpose. At the top of your answer, state the purpose and audience.
7. Extension (optional): Name a fifth writing purpose and briefly explain how you would research it for a short class presentation.

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