Question

which aspects of a story best help the reader understand the author’s purpose? select three options.
☐ imagery
☐ plot
☐ repetition
☐ setting
☐ tone

Explanation:

To determine which aspects help understand an author’s purpose:

• Plot: The sequence of events reveals what the author wants to convey (e.g., a moral or theme).
• Setting: The time/place context shapes the story’s message (e.g., a dystopian setting for social commentary).
• Tone: The author’s attitude (e.g., humorous, serious) reflects their intent (e.g., to entertain or persuade).

Imagery (descriptive language) and repetition (stylistic device) are less direct for purpose, while plot, setting, and tone are core elements linking to authorial intent.

Answer:

• plot
• setting
• tone