Basic Format of an Article

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What are the three basic elements to look for in a news article?

The lead, explanation, and additional information (correct)

The opening paragraph, the conclusion, and the author's opinion

The advertisements, the font size, and the website layout

The headline, the images, and the publication date

What is the purpose of drawing parallels or referencing similar historical incidents in a news article?

To confuse readers with irrelevant details

To hide important facts from the readers

To create bias in reporting

To add credibility to the article (correct)

What is the significance of including direct quotes from witnesses or people involved in a news article?

To mislead readers with fabricated information

To distract readers from the main points

To lower the word count of the article

To provide firsthand accounts and perspectives on the issue (correct)

Why is it important for news articles to be a balanced account without favoritism or bias?

To ensure accuracy and credibility in reporting Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key factors to consider when analyzing an article's appropriateness for its audience?

The writing style and vocabulary tailored to the audience Signup and view all the answers

What event occurred on June 30th in Baghdad according to the text?

U.S. combat troops finished withdrawing from Baghdad. Signup and view all the answers

What did Shadid use the word 'millennium' for in the text?

To contrast Iraq's long history with the short American presence. Signup and view all the answers

What does Shadid refrain from doing when writing about the American-Iraqi conflict?

Using propaganda to generalize Iraqis or American soldiers. Signup and view all the answers

What solution is proposed by Maysoon al-Damluji to address Baghdad's problems?

Incorporating residents as shareholders in a company to rebuild part of the city. Signup and view all the answers

How does Shadid support his main points about Baghdad's current condition?

By discussing past conflicts, religious issues, and other countries' struggles. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the four types of propaganda mentioned in the text?

Emotional Appeal Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the 'plain folks' propaganda technique?

To convince the audience that an idea is good because it is what the majority of people want Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the purpose of an 'artificial dichotomy' propaganda technique?

To claim that there are only two sides to an issue, ignoring any other perspectives Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided in the text, which of the following statements about Anthony Shadid's article 'In the City of Cement' is NOT true?

It provides a detailed explanation of how and why American soldiers left Baghdad Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Shadid's intended audience based on his writing style in the article?

He was writing for educated adults who already knew about the Iraq War Signup and view all the answers

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