What is the
Purpose
of this
Message?
  • Why did the author write this?
  • Is the author trying to convince you, argue with you, persuade you, educate you, insult you, or agree with you?
  • How can you tell what the author's purpose is? What word choices does the author make to support this purpose?
  • What does the author want you to do with this information?
THINGS FOR YOU TO THINK ABOUT...
Visit the websites about vaccinations and determine:
1. What is the author's purpose? 
2. What words does the author use that specifically clue you in to the purpose?
3. How do these words help you determine the author's purpose?
4. What does the author want you to ultimately do with this information?