We all work hard every day in school. The weekends should be our time to relax, hang out with friends and family, and take our minds off working. Instead, we are given hours and hours of homework to complete. If you agree with me, please join me in a silent protest at the spring assembly. We will hold up signs to share our concerns. Hopefully, our protest leads to action.
What audience is this letter most likely written to?
What does knowing an author’s purpose tell the reader about a piece of writing?
What determines whether or not a writer uses jargon or specialized language in a piece of writing?
In general, which of the following audiences would NOT need formal writing?
What is the most likely purpose of a manual showing people how to put together a small end table?
Why it is important to keep the audience in mind when writing an essay?
A student is writing the first draft of a letter about why he believes city-wide curfews for teenagers are unfair. What is the most likely purpose of the letter?
What is most likely an author’s purpose for writing a text that includes arguments and opinions?
Any of the following answers:
The audience's cultural background.
The audience's familiarity with the subject.
The audience's level of education.
Read the following sentence.
The cheerleading team will be holding auditions for new members in the Jefferson School’s auditorium at noon on Saturday.
Who is the intended audience for this announcement?
A student has been asked to write a paper about an important battle during the Civil War. What is the most likely purpose of the paper?
What is the most likely purpose of an essay that includes many colorful details and vivid stories?
Figuring out the audience for your writing can also help you figure out . . .
How much information you give in your writing.
The specific purpose for your writing.
The proper tone for your writing.
Read the following sentence.
First-time car buyers need to learn about interest rates and how to spot a con or a great deal.
Who is the intended audience for this piece of writing?
Which of the following is the MOST LIKELY purpose for a front-page newspaper article?
When composing a paper arguing one side of a controversial topic, what is most likely the main purpose of the paper?
The publisher of a middle school textbook wants an author to publish a different version of a story that was originally written for adults. Which of the following changes is most important for the author to consider adjusting for her new audience?