Purpose and Focus

Introduction

A Definition of Purpose

Types of Purpose

Purposes and Strategies

How Audience Affects Purpose

Purpose and Audience

Purpose and Focus

Writer and Reader Goals

Purpose and Audience

Writer Versus Reader Goals

Purpose and Writing Assignments

Purpose and Thesis

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Purpose and Focus

Your focus (otherwise known as thesis, claim, main idea, or problem statement) is a reflection of your purpose. If these two do not agree, you will not accomplish what you set out to do. Consider the following:

Focus One: Informing
Focus Two: Persuading

If you need more information on how to focus your writing:

View the Focus Guide

Writing Guides

Understanding Your Purpose

Purpose and Focus