Reading Comprehension Target Audience Flashcards
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A flyer reads: 'Attention Landlords: New city ordinance requires all rental units to have working smoke detectors by January 1.' Who must act on this information?
Answer: Property owners who rent out residential units
The flyer directly addresses landlords — the property owners legally responsible for installing smoke detectors in their rental units.
A sign at a clinic reads: 'Uninsured? You may qualify for free or low-cost care.' Who is this message most useful for?
Answer: People who do not have health insurance coverage
The message targets people without health insurance who may not know they can still receive affordable care.
A passage uses phrases like 'your EBT card,' 'SNAP benefits,' and 'monthly allotment.' Who is most likely reading this document?
Answer: Recipients of food assistance benefits
References to an EBT card and SNAP benefits are directed at people who receive government food assistance.
A digital literacy class description says: 'Learn to send emails, search the internet, and use a smartphone — no experience needed.' Who is this class designed for?
Answer: Adults with little or no experience using technology
The basic skills listed and the phrase 'no experience needed' show this class targets people new to using technology.
A warning label states: 'For professional use only. Not intended for home consumers.' What does this tell you about the product's intended user?
Answer: Trained professionals in a relevant industry or occupation
The label restricts use to trained professionals and excludes everyday consumers, indicating it may require specialized knowledge or equipment.
A school newsletter includes a section titled 'From the Principal's Desk' and lists upcoming parent-teacher conferences. Who is the newsletter's primary audience?
Answer: Parents and guardians of students enrolled at the school
Parent-teacher conference announcements are directed at parents and guardians who need to schedule time to meet with teachers.
A passage in a CASAS reading test presents a utility bill with sections for 'account holder name,' 'service address,' and 'amount due.' What life skill is this passage most directly assessing?
Answer: The ability to read and understand a household bill
CASAS uses functional documents like utility bills to assess whether adults can read and interpret real-world materials they encounter at home.