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English Quiz - Register and Audience (Questions)

Master register and audience for GCSE English. Match formality and tone to purpose so readers trust you, understand quickly, and stay engaged.

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Fascinating Fact:

Evidence style changes with audience. A charity leaflet uses stories and one key statistic. A policy paper uses many figures and sources.

In GCSE English, register and audience mean choosing language and structure that suit your readers and purpose. You will practice adjusting vocabulary, sentence style, and evidence to be persuasive, informative, or descriptive with clarity.

Key Terms

Register: The level of formality and style in writing or speech, chosen to suit purpose and audience.
Audience: The people you are writing for, such as teenagers, examiners, customers, or the general public.
Purpose: The main goal of a text, for example to inform, persuade, advise, or entertain.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What does register mean in GCSE English?

Register is the level of formality and style you choose. It covers vocabulary, sentence length, and tone so your writing fits its audience and purpose.

How do I choose the right tone for audience and purpose?

Identify who will read the text and why they are reading. Select vocabulary, sentence style, and evidence that help them understand and trust your message.

What are examples of formal and informal register?

Formal: precise vocabulary and evidence in a report or speech. Informal: contractions, direct address, and anecdotes in a blog or friendly letter.

Try These Related Quizzes

1.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Well, it's a good thing he didn't say it to me; that's all
[ ]	I just can't believe he'd say that to you!
[ ]	I asked the assistant to inform Mr. Brown of my expected absence from the afternoon meeting
[ ]	What did he say when you told him that?

2.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Fruit should appear at the beginning of July and ripen thereafter
[ ]	In order to ensure the best growing conditions, you should leave the pot in a warm environment
[ ]	Is that plant dying, or what?
[ ]	Remember to check the moisture level in the soil at least every three days

3.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	A 2% cut in VAT is expected to stimulate growth over the next year
[ ]	The report notes the vital role which small businesses play in employment and on the high street
[ ]	The government has announced today its plans to support small businesses
[ ]	Youth unemployment SOARS - shock figures released today

4.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Overall, the characters and the situations in which they find themselves are believable
[ ]	Really enjoyed it
[ ]	The film depicts the lonely struggle of a child from an uprooted family
[ ]	The nine-year-old lead actor shows a depth of maturity unmatched by his peers

5.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Stop selling our children's future!
[ ]	Evidence shows the importance of daily exercise
[ ]	Over thirty school playing fields were sold to developers within the past two years
[ ]	In this context, it is hard to credit the government's position on school sport

6.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	You looked utterly amazing in that dress!
[ ]	That dress is simply unacceptable
[ ]	Where'd you get those shoes?
[ ]	Your hair was just gorgeous!

7.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	This is a unique opportunity for a talented individual to join our cutting-edge business
[ ]	You should have experience at a similar level of responsibility
[ ]	New sales roles starting ASAP!
[ ]	Responsibilities include directing internal and external communications

8.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Unfortunately, I have an urgent appointment at the dentist's tomorrow
[ ]	So soz. LOL
[ ]	I apologise in advance that I will be late to work tomorrow
[ ]	I hope to be in the office no later than 10 a.m.

9.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Vicious high street attack leaves mum disabled
[ ]	CCTV camera caught the thugs as they sped away from the scene
[ ]	Police are seeking three men suspected of injuring a 33-year-old woman in Birmingham yesterday
[ ]	Shoppers looked on in shock at daytime attack

10.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Inaction is not an option
[ ]	The time has come to recognise that this level of inequality is not inevitable
[ ]	By concerted effort, we can make a difference
[ ]	That would be totes amazing

You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Audience, purpose and form

English Quiz - Register and Audience (Answers)

1.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Well, it's a good thing he didn't say it to me; that's all
[ ]	I just can't believe he'd say that to you!
[x]	I asked the assistant to inform Mr. Brown of my expected absence from the afternoon meeting
[ ]	What did he say when you told him that?

Three of the answers share an informal register. You would expect to hear good friends speak like this with each other

2.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Fruit should appear at the beginning of July and ripen thereafter
[ ]	In order to ensure the best growing conditions, you should leave the pot in a warm environment
[x]	Is that plant dying, or what?
[ ]	Remember to check the moisture level in the soil at least every three days

Three of the sentences share a formal register and might be found in a gardening book

3.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	A 2% cut in VAT is expected to stimulate growth over the next year
[ ]	The report notes the vital role which small businesses play in employment and on the high street
[ ]	The government has announced today its plans to support small businesses
[x]	Youth unemployment SOARS - shock figures released today

The first three sentences share a formal register and are likely to be found in a broadsheet newspaper. The fourth would be more suited to a tabloid (using all capital letters for 'soars' along with the word 'shock' is an example of over-emphasis)

4.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Overall, the characters and the situations in which they find themselves are believable
[x]	Really enjoyed it
[ ]	The film depicts the lonely struggle of a child from an uprooted family
[ ]	The nine-year-old lead actor shows a depth of maturity unmatched by his peers

'Really enjoyed it' would work perfectly in a film review aimed at a different audience

5.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[x]	Stop selling our children's future!
[ ]	Evidence shows the importance of daily exercise
[ ]	Over thirty school playing fields were sold to developers within the past two years
[ ]	In this context, it is hard to credit the government's position on school sport

6.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	You looked utterly amazing in that dress!
[x]	That dress is simply unacceptable
[ ]	Where'd you get those shoes?
[ ]	Your hair was just gorgeous!

Here the register is dictated by the speaker's purpose, although the audience might well be the same

7.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	This is a unique opportunity for a talented individual to join our cutting-edge business
[ ]	You should have experience at a similar level of responsibility
[x]	New sales roles starting ASAP!
[ ]	Responsibilities include directing internal and external communications

Job advertisements vary in register - the difference indicates who the audience is expected to be

8.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Unfortunately, I have an urgent appointment at the dentist's tomorrow
[x]	So soz. LOL
[ ]	I apologise in advance that I will be late to work tomorrow
[ ]	I hope to be in the office no later than 10 a.m.

9.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Vicious high street attack leaves mum disabled
[ ]	CCTV camera caught the thugs as they sped away from the scene
[x]	Police are seeking three men suspected of injuring a 33-year-old woman in Birmingham yesterday
[ ]	Shoppers looked on in shock at daytime attack

10.

Which of the following sentences does NOT share the same register as the others?

[ ]	Inaction is not an option
[ ]	The time has come to recognise that this level of inequality is not inevitable
[ ]	By concerted effort, we can make a difference
[x]	That would be totes amazing