10 Questions
What is the express purpose of how-to articles?
To explain how to do something the reader needs to accomplish
What is the meaning of 'rhetorical situation' in writing?
The occasion for writing a particular text at a particular time
When might a reader have a specific need for instruction?
When they need to accomplish a particular task, such as changing a flat tire
What does the term 'rhetorical situation' mean in the context of writing?
The writer's awareness of why they are writing a particular text at a particular time
What qualifies as how-to writing?
Any process described in written format
When writing how-to instructions, why is it important to consider the reader's background?
To provide detailed and specific instructions based on the reader's level of knowledge
What distinguishes written directions for a recipe from written instructions for changing a car tire?
Recipes are generally written without much knowledge about the reader, while car tire instructions need to be specific to the individual
Why is it important to stick with your own way of describing the steps when there are many recognized ways to approach the same task?
To provide consistency and clarity in the how-to directions
In what way do recipes and written directions for changing a car tire differ in terms of individualizing?
Recipes are generally written without much knowledge about the reader, while car tire instructions need to be specific to the individual
Why is it important to anticipate any questions the reader might have when writing how-to instructions?
To ensure the instructions are comprehensive and clear
Test your knowledge of how-to writing with this quiz that covers the purpose and characteristics of how-to articles, as well as the rhetorical situation involved in creating them. Evaluate your understanding of this form of writing, from informal instructions to academic and scientific guidance.
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