Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment (KPA) Practice Test

Who is referred to as the 'audience' in writing?

1. The writers of the text

2. The people who hear or read the written material

3. The characters in a story

4. The subjects of an argument

The correct answer is: The people who hear or read the written material

The term 'audience' in writing specifically refers to the individuals who engage with the text, whether by reading or listening. This encompasses anyone who consumes the writer's work, meaning they are the intended recipients of the message being conveyed. Recognizing the audience is essential for writers, as it influences the tone, style, and content of the material being produced. Understanding who the audience is helps in crafting messages that resonate, elicit responses, or fulfill the writer's purpose. The other options refer to different aspects of writing. The writers of the text themselves are not classified as the audience; instead, they are the creators of the material. Characters in a story are fictional constructs that exist within the narrative, and they do not engage with the text in the same way readers or listeners do. Lastly, the subjects of an argument pertain to the content being debated or discussed, but they also do not define the audience since they may not necessarily be the consumers of the text.