Task, Purpose, and Audience in Writing
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Objective
I can identify the task, purpose, and audience for different types of writing.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
Before writing, it is important to determine your purpose, audience, and format.
- 2
The four main purposes of writing are informative, expressive, persuasive, and literary.
- 3
When considering your audience, think about their age, gender, cultural background, location, and interests to tailor your writing effectively.
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Practice
12 questions
What are the three key elements to consider before starting any writing project?
Which type of writing aims to educate or explain something to the reader?
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Exit ticket
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“Imagine you are writing a letter to your principal to ask for a class trip. What would be the task, purpose, and audience for your writing?”
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