Message, Audience, Purpose - Extra Practice
Read the following extract and identify the message, audience and purpose.
Talking to yourself might not mean you are crazy — it can actually benefit thinking and perception, researchers say. People often talk to themselves — most do so at least every few days, and many report doing so on an hourly basis, scientists have said. Although such muttering might seem irrational, past research has shown that self-directed speech can help guide children's behavior, with kids often taking themselves step-by-step through tasks such as tying their shoelaces, as if reminding themselves to focus on the job at hand. (Choi, 2012)
Reference
Choi, C. (April, 2012). Talking to yourself? Why you're not crazy. Live Science, Health. Retrieved from: http://www.livescience.com/19849-talk-improves-thinking.html
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Tips:
1) Possible Messages include:
- Someone/something/an organization is doing something that is beneficial or detrimental to people/society. E.g. The school is raising funds for needy students.
- A statement of something factual. E.g. Eating fruits and vegetables will help you live longer.
2) Audience: don't give a general audience such as the public or people but specific groups of people. E.g. students, working adults, library visitors, women
3) Purpose: Clearly states the intent of the author. Use terms such as persuade, educate and inform. E.g. To educate students about the dangers of computer gaming.
