N4 Listening - Audience and Purpose Recap

What purpose does an entertain text have?

• to influence the viewer

• to make a case for something

• to amuse the reader

• to teach the viewer about something new

Give an example of a piece of media which purpose is to entertain, and a reason why.

What purpose does an inform text have?

• to influence the viewer

• to make a case for something

• to amuse the reader

• to teach the viewer about something new

This text's purpose is to inform people about the news.

What purpose does a persuade text have?

• to influence the viewer

• to make a case for something

• to amuse the reader

• to teach the viewer about something new

What text would have the purpose to persuade?

• News report

• Advert

• Fiction novel

• Drama

Answer explanation

An advertisement is usually persuading you to buy something.

What purpose does an argue text have?

• to influence the viewer

• to make a case for something

• to amuse the reader

• to teach the viewer about something new

What do you think the main purpose of a political debate is?

• Argue

• Inform

• Persuade

• Explain

Which of these are categories of audience?

• Age group

• Personal interests

• Location

• Education level

Who do you think the target audience is for My Life With the Walter Boys?