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Why is this article classified as a news article?
Why is this article classified as a news article?
It tells of a very recent extraordinary event that is of interest to the public.
Why is this article classified as an opinion article?
Why is this article classified as an opinion article?
It reflects the author's opinion about treating others in the best way we can, even with different religions or views in life.
What is the difference between a sports news and a news report?
What is the difference between a sports news and a news report?
A sports news reports specific sports events while a news report tells about unusual and significant recent events.
Is the article 'My Teacher, My Hero' a feature article? How is it different from the other types of journalistic writing?
Is the article 'My Teacher, My Hero' a feature article? How is it different from the other types of journalistic writing?
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What type of article is a news report?
What type of article is a news report?
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What type of article sums up all the data in a long article?
What type of article sums up all the data in a long article?
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Which type of article presents a one-sided stand?
Which type of article presents a one-sided stand?
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Where is the eye of Typhoon Kiko located?
Where is the eye of Typhoon Kiko located?
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What is the article 'Good Manners' about?
What is the article 'Good Manners' about?
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Why did President Duterte accept his party's nomination to run for vice president?
Why did President Duterte accept his party's nomination to run for vice president?
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True or False: Happiness is the state of being contented and satisfied with what you have.
True or False: Happiness is the state of being contented and satisfied with what you have.
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Match the type of journalistic writing with the correct description:
Match the type of journalistic writing with the correct description:
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In zoos, ______ veterinarians look after animals until they get totally healed. When they get sick or hurt, these veterinarians provide them with care until they recover.
In zoos, ______ veterinarians look after animals until they get totally healed. When they get sick or hurt, these veterinarians provide them with care until they recover.
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Match the following journalistic writing types with their descriptions:
Match the following journalistic writing types with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Types of Journalistic Writing
- Journalistic writing includes news reports, opinion articles, feature articles, and sports articles.
- News reports inform readers about recent events and are found in the News Section of newspapers.
- Opinion articles reflect the author's opinion on a subject and are found in the Opinion Section of newspapers.
- Feature articles are descriptive narratives about a topic and are found on the Lifestyle Page of newspapers.
- Sports articles report on sporting topics and competitions and are found in the Sports Page of newspapers.
Distinguishing Among Types of Journalistic Writing
- News reports are about unusual and significant events that happened recently around us.
- Opinion articles reflect the author's opinion on a subject.
- Feature articles describe a topic, such as a person, place, or event.
- Sports articles report on specific sports events.
Examples of Journalistic Writing
- News Report: "PH's total COVID-19 cases top 2 million with 14,216 new infections"
- Opinion Article: "A Better Place" by Lea E. Basquiñas
- Feature Article: "My Teacher, My Hero" by Lea Basquiñas
- Sports Article: "Hidilyn Diaz's record-breaking lift is a golden moment in PH sports history"### Mayon Volcano
- Mayon Volcano is a unique tourist destination with a perfect cone shape
- It stands tall above the trees and birds, evoking pride in the Filipino people
- The volcano inspires a sense of awe and connection in those who see it
News Article
- Cuban boxer Yordenis Ugas defeated Manny Pacquiao with a margin of 101 to 88, landing 59% of his power shots
- The decision was unanimous, with scores of 115-113, 116-112, and 116-112
Melchora Aquino
- Melchora Aquino, also known as Tandang Sora, was a 84-year-old revolutionary heroine who was jailed by the Spanish government in 1896
- She was arrested for refusing to disclose the hiding place of Katipunero leader Andres Bonifacio and his men
Journalistic Writing
- There are four types of journalistic writing: news report, opinion article, feature article, and sports article
- News report informs readers of what is happening in the world around them
- Opinion article reflects the author's opinion about a subject
- Feature article is a descriptive narrative about something the author wanted to write
- Sports article reports on matters related to sporting events and competitions
What I Have Learned
- Distinguishing between different types of journalistic writing is important
- Each type of journalistic writing has its own purpose and characteristics
Assessment
- Identify the type of journalistic writing: news report, opinion article, feature article, or sports article
- Provide reasons for the classification
Additional Activities
- Browse through magazines or newspapers and cut out samples of each type of journalistic writing
- Label and paste them on answer sheets
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Description
Identify and understand the different types of journalistic writing, including news reports, opinion articles, feature articles, and sports articles. This quiz assesses your knowledge of journalistic writing styles and formats.
