Intended Audience

The video tutorial explains the importance of identifying the intended audience before writing. It discusses how audience and purpose influence writing decisions, such as content, word choice, and style. Examples are provided to illustrate how different audiences require different approaches. The tutorial includes a practice exercise to help viewers identify the intended audience in writing samples. It concludes with tips on considering audience knowledge and interests when writing.

What are the two key elements an author must determine before writing?

How does identifying the audience influence the writing process?

What is the purpose of determining the intended audience?

Provide an example of how word choice might differ based on the intended audience.

What clues in a speech can indicate the intended audience?

How does the author adjust the complexity of language based on the audience?

What questions should an author ask themselves regarding their audience before writing?