Author’s Purpose (noun) what an author is trying to accomplish with their writing (to entertain, persuade, or inform)

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Author’s Purpose (noun) what an author is trying to accomplish with their writing (to entertain, persuade, or inform)

Point of View (noun) a person’s perspective on a topic, the author’s unique thoughts and opinions about what they write

Bias (adj.)expressing an opinion on a topic either stated or veiled

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