‘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.
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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
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.
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.
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Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended