Task
Tasks: Study a News Article
When we study English, it is a good idea to keep up with the news. This will improve our vocabulary, our language skills, and it will keep us informed about what is going on in the world.
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Find an example of a news article online. Study it closely before you answer the questions.
Discuss:
Work in a group and discuss the questions.
If an article does not contain the elements mentioned in the box above, can it be regarded as a news article?
What other types of articles can you expect to find in a newspaper or on a news site?
Write a news article. Choose a story, and write a text that contains all the points from the film. Don't forget to include a relevant photo.
The news article may be about local events; for example a football match, a student council meeting, or something else happening at your school or in your local community.