Chaotic: complete confusion and disorder Emblemized: to represent or symbolize Famished: very hungry, starving Aesthetic: of or relating to a standard

ard of art or beauty. Capacity: the ability to hold or contain something. Implacable: not capable of being appeased, overcome, or satisfied.

Authors Purpose= What does the writer want you to know, feel, or think after reading his or her words?

Three typical purposes: P.I.E Persuade Inform Entertain

Questions to ask to determine purpose:

Is the author trying to teach me something? Is the author a reliable source of information? Is the author trying to persuade me? Is the author providing solely factual information? Might the author have a hidden message or purpose?