What must a reader consider to understand an author’s purpose for writing? Check all that apply.
1. the theme of the text
2. the topic of the text
3. the name of the text
4. the author’s use of language
5. the author’s attitude toward the topic
6. the author’s approach to discussing the topic

Read this passage from the online article “top 10 reasons why everyone is doing yoga” by kathryn livingston. what type of propaganda is the author using? why are so many people doing yoga these days? there must be more to it than endorphins; there has to be a deeper reason why 20 million plus americans have fallen in love with this venerable practice. here is my top ten list – and if you’re a yogi, i’m sure you can think of more.