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The document provides a comprehensive guide on how to write an article, detailing its structure, types, conventions, and tips for engaging readers. It emphasizes the importance of clear paragraphs, formal language, and the use of third-person perspective. Additionally, it includes a sample article on hiking in Portugal, showcasing the application of the discussed writing techniques.

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ARTICLE

How to write an article


What is an article? And the conventions?

a piece of writing included in a newspaper, magazine, or other publications

2 columns (at least)


The name of the newspaper + date
Headline and subheadline
Journalist’s name + e-mail address
Type of Articles

● Survey
● Report (news)
● Interview (embedded and direct)
● Diary entry (private)
● Opinion Colum
● Personal Statement
● Travel Brouchure
conventions

🞆 Clear paragraphs
Each paragraph should give more detail about the story and be presented in a clear way.

🞆 Participle clauses
Use participle clauses to allow you to describe situations in a more concise way

🞆 Verbs of perception
Use verbs of perception to make your article more interesting (A verb of perception is a verb that expresses one of the physical senses
(sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch) For example: See, look at, listen to, notice, observe, feel, watch, hear, smell, taste, etc.)

🞆 Formal language + vocabulary (register)


Avoid chatty, friendly language in your report as it should be written to inform. Remember the audience: Skilled Individuals

🞆 Third person
Newspaper reports are written in the third person using the names of those involved and pronouns such as ‘he’, ‘she’ or ‘they’.

🞆 Indirect speech (when referring to what someone had said…)


STRUCTURE
Introduction (1 st paragraph)
• Who is involved?
• Why is this happening?
• What is the storu about?
• Where did the events took place?
• When did the events happened?

2nd paragraph
• How

3rd paragraph
• detail of the event

4th paragraph
• more details or back story

Conclusion (5th paragraph)


• more precise details or back story
STRUCTURE

Title
Think of an interesting title which will make people want to read your article

Introduction
Start your article in an interesting way. You could ask the reader a question or make a
strong statement.

1st body paragraph


The first paragraph should involve the reader in some way.

2nd body paragraph


Build on the interest you have raised in the first paragraph by telling the next part of the story

Conclusion
Finish the article in an interesting way. This could be humorous or thought-provoking
Article: Writing Guide
Title

🞆 The title should be informative (give the reader an idea of the subject) and attractive

🞆 Keep it short (2-5 words) and clear. No need to do a complete sentence

🞆 Example: Keep It Healthy!


The Internet: A Great Invention
Introduction

🞆 Introduction

The start of the article should be linked to the title. Often, an article starts with a
question that introduces the topic which will be discussed in the article.

🞆 Start with a question, problem or quotation.


Title + Introduction

🞆 For example:

Title: Keep It Healthy!

Introduction: Are you a busy college student? Do you struggle to keep fit and eat
healthily? Don’t worry! I am going to tell you exactly what you should do. Keep on reading,
you will thank me later!
Paragraphs 1-2

🞆 Paragraphs 1-2

🞆 Each paragraph should be clearly defined, not too long and clearly linked.

🞆 Describe issues in detail and use one paragraph per issue.

🞆 Use linkers, and semi-formal and sophisticated vocabulary.


Paragraphs 1-2

🞆 Example:

🞆 Paragraph 1: First of all, you must start moving your body. You could go to the gym if …..

🞆 Paragraph B: Secondly, your diet is just as important. I suppose you live on a low budget
Conclusion

🞆 Conclusion

🞆 An ending can state an opinion, give the reader something to think about,
summarise the article or even end with a quotation.
Conclusion

🞆 Example

🞆 Conclusion: If you follow all these tips, I’m sure you will keep fit easily! And if
you already tried that, let me know how you feel now
Final Result

Title : Keep It Healthy!


Introduction: Are you a busy college student? Do you struggle to keep fit and eat
healthily? Don’t worry! I am going to tell you exactly what you should do. Keep on reading,
you will thank me later!

Paragraph 1: First of all, you must start moving your body. You could go to the gym if …..
Paragraph 2: Secondly, your diet is just as important. I suppose you live on a low budget

Conclusion: If you follow all these tips, I’m sure you will keep fit easily! And if you already
tried that, let me know how you feel now
Article: Tips

🞆 Answer the 5 -wh questions


🞆 Give your article a title.
🞆 Ask rhetorical questions to get your readers’ attention.

Eg. What would the world be like without oil? What will life be like in 20 years time?
🞆 Speak directly to your readers. Eg. Are you a busy college student?
🞆 Give examples where appropriate.
🞆 Give a conclusion in the last paragraph.
🞆 Finally, give your opinion where appropriate.
🞆 REVISE your article to correct mistakes
TIME TO WRITE!
Enjoy Portugal: A cultural visit along the coastline

Starting and ending in Lisbon, this Portugal hiking adventure along the Alentejo and Algarve coastlines
showcases some of Portugal’s most iconic locations. The hike includes Roca Cape, Espichel Cape, Cabo San
Vicente and more.
Photo opportunities will be endless along this intensely beautiful coastline. You’ll even have the chance to witness
the astonishing fossilized footprints left by the Jurassic dinosaurs that once roamed freely in the area.

Our adventure begins by hiking to the westernmost point in Continental Europe, at Roca Cape, but throughout
the trip we’ll encounter the region’s multitude of beaches and cliffs. The entire region is rugged and wild in places,
with the hike to Cabo San Vicente being one of the trip’s most magical and enchanting hikes. Even meal times
will be highly memorable experiences with scenic sights stops planned during many of the hikes and a meal
being hosted by a local family.

For cultural travel enthusiasts, this active adventure offers unparalleled access to the best of Portugal. If you dare
to visit one of the world’s last remaining pockets of medieval civilization, this trip is for you!

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