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    The Magazine article

    1. MAGAZINE ARTICLES/REPORTS
    (The format is similar to Newspaper Reports)

    In order to retain the reader's interest, the article should at all times be
    interesting and informative.
     As in newspaper articles, the title must be short, powerful and eye-catching.
     Most magazine articles are also divided into columns to ensure easier reading.
     The writing is structured and separated into paragraphs, usually with an introduction,
    development (body) and conclusion.
     The writer is always mentioned (called the by-line).
     The topic, tone and style is dependent on the nature of the article, the personality of the
    writer and the audience to whom it is addressed.
    2. FEATURE ARTICLES

    A feature article appears in a newspaper or magazine to inform, persuade or


    entertain the audience. The writer states his opinion on the subject.
     A feature article addresses social, cultural or political issues and is more detailed than a
    news report.
     It has a short, eye-catching headline.
     A powerful first paragraph introduces the main idea of the article.
     The opening sentence should be effective and a rhetorical question may be used.
    A personal or emotive story that establishes the tone may be included.
     The body is made up of short paragraphs that build the argument.

     Examples are used to substantiate the writer's point of view.
    These may include interviews with credible sources, statistics to support claims
    and direct input from eyewitnesses or others personally involved.
     Discriminate use of descriptive and emotive language will enhance the writing.
     Technical language may be used where applicable.
     The tone will reflect the attitude of the writer.
     Diagrams, photos and other visuals may accompany the article and reference should
    be made to them.
     In the concluding paragraph, ideas are summed up and a judgement or inference is
    made.
    CLASS OR HOMEWORK

    Read a) Background and b) Identify features of a magazine article on pages


    79 and 80 of your textbook.
    Know the terms ‘skimming’ and ‘scanning’.
    Read the magazine article and answer questions 1 – 8 on page 82.
    LEARN the words in the glossary box.

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