Asked by caleb

Which of the following describes how an author’s purpose might affect his or her decisions while writing?

A short story writer who wants to frighten readers makes the main character unlikable.

A playwright who wants to get his play produced writes each scene as quickly as possible.

A poet who wants to express feelings chooses words that will stir strong emotion in readers.

A novelist who wants to change people’s opinions chooses more difficult academic words.

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"A poet who wants to express feelings chooses words that will stir strong emotion in readers."

Explanation: an author’s purpose (to express feeling) directly shapes choices like diction, imagery, and tone. The other options mismatch purpose and the effective choices (unlikable protagonist usually lessens fear; writing scenes “quickly” doesn’t help production; using obscure academic words often hinders persuasion).