Question

Read the paragraph below; then answer the question that follows. Janik Laskow's new play, The New Dawn tells the story of a young woman who wakes up one morning to find herself the only person on the earth. What I found remarkable was the acting of Leda Hanson. Incredible! Her ability to use expressions and limited speaking to deliver such a powerful performance was absolutely unbelievable. Laskow's writing is wonderfully realistic and Hanson delivered the lines flawlessly. Everyone should see this play. You will not be disappointed by the performance. Get your tickets at the door. Given the style and content of the above paragraph, which of the following is most likely the intended audience of the author? A. readers of a national news magazine B. readers of a financial newspaper C. readers of a sports magazine D. readers of a local weekly newspaper

Answer 1

Based on the style and content of the paragraph, it is most likely that the intended audience of the author is D. readers of a local weekly newspaper. The paragraph seems to be a review or recommendation for a local play, discussing specific details and encouraging readers to get tickets at the door.

The author is talking about a local play called "The New Dawn" and praising the acting skills of Leda Hanson. The mention of getting tickets at the door suggests that the play is being performed locally, which aligns with the intended audience being readers of a local weekly newspaper. It's likely that the author wants to inform and encourage local residents to attend the play.