An author's purpose could be described as

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what the author hopes readers will understand

the author's reason for writing a text

the tone of a piece of writing

an author's idea of what makes a good piece of writing

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Question 121 pts

The emotion or mood of a piece of writing is known as the

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main idea

tone

purpose

style

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Question 131 pts

The purpose of most news reports is to

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persuade

entertain

instruct

inform

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Question 141 pts

The tone of most college textbooks can be described as

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sentimental

instructional

dramatic

ironic

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Question 151 pts

What is the tone of the paragraph below?

Cell Phones are having an adverse effect on public space. The advent of cell phone technology clearly has offered the world many benefits. However, one of the consequences of this technology is that people have become increasingly rude and thoughtless when in public. This is evidenced in the constant ringing in classrooms and loud conversations about mundane topics in stores. Public space is no longer sacred. People even answer the phone in the library and movie theaters - spaces that used to be considered quiet zones! We must consider regulating the use of cell phones in public places so that those who abuse the privilege of owning a cell phone do not infringe on the rights of others.

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inspirational

instructional

objective

critical