Question

When a writer adapts their language, style, and content based on who they are writing for (e.g., a formal report vs. an informal email), they are demonstrating proficiency in which writing subskill?

• A. A. Grammatical accuracy
• B. B. Audience awareness
• C. C. Organizational structure
• D. D. Mechanical proficiency

Answer 1

Answer:

B. B. Audience awareness

Audience awareness is a key writing subskill where the writer:

• Adjusts tone, vocabulary, and structure depending on who will read the text

• Understands the reader’s expectations, background knowledge, and needs

• Chooses a writing style appropriate to the context (formal, informal, persuasive, descriptive, etc.)

Example:

• Using formal language and structure in a business report
  (e.g., “The findings suggest…”)

• Using informal tone and contractions in an email to a friend
  (e.g., “Hey! Just wanted to let you know…”)

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