Ch 7 - Parts of Instructions

All instructions have 5 main sections or parts.

• True

• False

The function of the ---- is to provide necessary background info so the reader understands why & how instructions work.

• introduction

• conclusion

• warnings

• steps

Identify the audience in the

• introduction

• conclusion

• notes

• steps

Identify chemicals, tools, and supplies needed for the project in this section:

• introduction

• equipment list

• conclusion

• cautions

A numbered list with clearly distinguished steps to get the job done

• cautions

• steps

• notes

• introduction

Warnings and cautions should be where?

• In their own section at the end

• In their own section at the beginning

• In the step they apply to

• Introduction

Which is possibly the most serious and therefore important type of statement?

• warning

• caution

• note

• imperative verb

Notes provide

• clarification

• options

• helpful hints

• measurements

A conclusion is appropriate for longer directions and can include all the of following EXCEPT

• congratulations

• reassurances

• wrap up of what's been accomplished

• materials

Verbs in directions should be

• present tense

• imperative mood

• include "You"

• commands