Learn: Question 5 Article Writing

Welcome!You've already learned how to structure your writing for audience, purpose, and format, as well as how to use persuasive language effectively. Today, we'll focus on mastering Question 5: Article Writing, building on those skills to help you craft a compelling and well-structured article for Paper 2 Section B.

What is Article Writing?An article is a formal piece of writing intended for publication in a newspaper, magazine, or online platform. It’s written to inform, entertain, or persuade a specific audience about a particular topic. In Question 5, you’ll need to demonstrate your ability to write clearly, organise your ideas, and use appropriate tone and style.

Structure of an ArticleA strong article follows a clear structure: headline (attention-grabbing title), introduction (overview of the topic), body paragraphs (detailed points with evidence), and a conclusion (summarising key points and leaving the reader with a clear message).

Key Features of an ArticleWhen writing an article, you need to include the following features:A clear headline: Engaging and relevant to the topic.An introduction: Sets the tone and explains the focus.Body paragraphs: Develops arguments with examples and evidence.A conclusion: Summarises your points and provides a final thought.

Writing for a Specific AudienceArticles are written for a particular audience, such as teenagers, parents, or professionals. You need to tailor your tone, style, and language to suit the audience and purpose. For example, formal language is suitable for adults, while informal language may be more appropriate for teenagers.

Persuasive Techniques in ArticlesTo make your article persuasive, use techniques like rhetorical questions, anecdotes, statistics, and emotive language. These methods help to convince your audience and make your argument more compelling.

Review Time!Great work so far! You’ve learned about the structure of an article, writing for a specific audience, and key persuasive techniques. Let’s review these concepts with a few questions.

Well done!You’ve successfully completed this lesson on Question 5 Article Writing. You now know how to structure an article, write for audience and purpose, and use persuasive techniques effectively. Keep practising to refine your skills further!