Exam 2: Audience and Purpose

Both a specific audience and a multiple audience have the same point of view.

When technical writers are deciding which data to focus on, they should divide their audience into two groups: primary audience and general audience.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -Adjust to _____ by using proper tone and providing the right amount of information. Consider whether the readers require more details or more general information.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -Adjust to _____ by trying to appeal to common interests or by creating interest where there is none.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -Adjust to _____ by adding or deleting information, using glossaries, adjusting use of technical language, and presenting information in graphics.

The use of jargon may not be an effective means of communication.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -Adjust to _____ with information the person or group needs and the appropriate tone for each function.

Scope is important because it helps technical writers determine what information to include about a topic.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -The needs and wants of the audience dictate every _____ a writer makes.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -Adjust to _____ by choosing the correct document arrangement and following company guidelines for style.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -Adjust to _____ by understanding how culture affects the readers' beliefs and decisions. Learn about the readers' culture and try to adhere to those norms.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -A(n) _____ audience refers to several readers who have different points of view.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -The highly specialized language of a discipline or technical field is known as _________.

A group's demographics include information about age, sex, and income, for example.

Match each term with the correct statement. a.decision f.knowledge level b.role g.cultural background c.multiple h.specific d.jargon i.interest e.personality j.format -A(n) _____ audience is one person or group whose point of view is the same.