‘The Speckled Band’ case: writing a newspaper article body
I can include relevant and realistic personal accounts in my writing.
‘The Speckled Band’ case: writing a newspaper article body
I can include relevant and realistic personal accounts in my writing.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The main body of an article should include details of the event
- Interview quotes can add gravitas to your article
- The interview quotes can be from various parties
- The tone of your quote can vary depending on who the provided the quote
Common misconception
It does not matter who you interview for your article.
You should choose your interviewee carefully depending on the effect you want to have.
Keywords
Witness - A witness is someone who seems an event, typically a crime take place.
Gravitas - Gravitas means seriousness and solemnity.
Tone - Tone is the feeling that a piece of writing gives.
Concise - Concise means giving a lot of information in a brief and clear manner.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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