Top 5 Best News Article Preparations (Literature 11)

Exercise (page 163, Literature 11 Textbook, Volume 1):

Task 1

Select the events suitable for writing a news article: A, B, D, E

Task 2

Similarities: Both serve the purpose of delivering news

Differences:

- A news article solely conveys information

- An advertisement not only informs but also promotes

- A feature report is more in-depth than a news article...

Task 3

Clarify the distinction between a news article and a brief report: A brief report is concise and focuses on key points

Example:

- News article: The Vietnamese Math Olympiad team ranked 4th overall

- Brief report: The Vietnamese team ranked 4th in the 45th International Math Olympiad held in Athens, Greece, from July 14 to 16.

Part I

I - PURPOSE AND BASIC REQUIREMENTS OF A NEWS ARTICLE

1. The news article reports the results of the International Math Olympiad for the Vietnamese team. The results of the competition.

2. The article is timely because the event took place on July 16, and news was released just three days later on July 19.

3. The information provided in the exercise is unnecessary as it violates the principle of brevity and conciseness in news reporting.

4. The events in the news article—time, location, and results—are stated clearly and accurately, lending credibility and making the reader trust the information provided.

5. Requirements:

- Must be current and relevant.

- The content must be truthful and accurate.

- The information should have societal significance.

II - HOW TO WRITE A NEWS ARTICLE

a. Source Material

- Over 22,000 safe flights and the South American Cup semifinals between Brazil and Uruguay.

b. Analysis of the source material:

Sentence a:

+ The headlines of both news articles relate to their content, summarizing the key message.

+ The headlines capture the reader’s attention and are easy to expand upon in the main content.

+ The form and structure: short, attention-grabbing headlines that are directly linked to the content.

Sentence b:

+ The opening of the news article is engaging, drawing in the reader's attention.

Sentence c:

- Detailed content is expanded upon

+ News Article 1: The airline company closely monitors the flight market for profitable routes.

+ News Article 2: Uruguay led 1-0 in the 25th minute; Brazil equalized…

- The approach in the two articles:

+ News Article 1: Starts with the revenue results, then draws conclusions.

+ News Article 2: Follows the chronological order of the match.

Exercise

Question 1 (page 163, Literature 11 Textbook, Volume 1)

- The events that could be used to write a news article are A, B, D, E.

Question 2 (page 163, Literature 11 Textbook, Volume 1)

a. Similarities: Both serve the purpose of providing information.

b. Differences:

- A news article: only provides news updates.

- An advertisement: provides information while also promoting products or services.

- A feature report: longer than a news article, with detailed descriptions and analysis of images.

Question 3 (page 163, Literature 11 Textbook, Volume 1)

The news article “Vietnam’s Math Olympiad team ranked 4th overall” can be rewritten as a brief report like this:

- “The Vietnamese team ranked 4th overall at the 45th International Math Olympiad held in Athens, Greece, from July 14 to 16.”

- “From July 14 to 16, at the 45th International Math Olympiad in Athens, Greece, the Vietnamese team placed 4th overall.”

I. Purpose and Basic Requirements of the News Report

1. The news report announces the results of the International Mathematics Olympiad, highlighting the performance of the Vietnamese student delegation.

The results affirm the skills and talent of Vietnamese students and the achievements of the country's educational system in fostering mathematical talent.

2. The report is timely, as the event occurred on July 16, and the news was published three days later.

3. Additional information is unnecessary and even excessive, as it violates the principle of brevity and conciseness in news writing.

4. The report includes essential details such as the event's time, location, and results, presented clearly and accurately to maintain journalistic integrity.

5. Requirements for the news report: timeliness, social relevance, accuracy, and truthfulness.

II. How to Write a News Report

1. Before writing, select significant, specific, and accurate events to ensure the news report has value.

b. When choosing an event to include, ensure it contains all necessary details:

+ Content

+ Location

+ People involved

+ Events and developments

+ Conclusion

2. Writing the News Report:

- Create a headline.

- Write an engaging introduction.

- Develop the details in the report.

Practice

Exercise 1 (p. 163, Literature 11, Vol. 1)

Except for event C (A classmate's family just celebrated moving into a new house), all other events are suitable for writing a news report.

Exercise 2 (p. 163, Literature 11, Vol. 1)

Similarities: All three have the goal of providing information.

Differences:

- A news report simply conveys news.

- Advertising information primarily serves to promote services, while investigative reports are longer and provide detailed descriptions and commentary.

Exercise 3 (p. 163, Literature 11, Vol. 1)

Turn the regular news report into a brief news summary:

- Example Report 1: In the semifinals of the South American National Cup, Brazil defeated Uruguay 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw during regular time. With this victory, Brazil will face Argentina in the final.

I. Purpose and Core Requirements of the News Article

Question 1 (page 160, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

+ The news article reports the results of the Vietnamese Math Olympic team in the International Math Olympiad.

+ The information reflects the joy and pride of the education sector in general and Vietnamese students in particular.

Question 2 (page 160, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The article is timely as it reports recent events that just took place.

Question 3 (page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

There is no need to include irrelevant details such as how the team traveled or who led the delegation.

Question 4 (page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

Providing accurate and specific information increases the reliability of the article, as it refers to real events at an international level.

Question 5 (page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The essential requirement for a news article is that it delivers timely, accurate, and meaningful information.

II. How to Write a News Article

1. Research and Select News

a. Not every event qualifies as news for an article. Only those with timely relevance and significance to the public should be included.

b.

+ Event has already occurred: The Vietnamese Math Olympic team participated in the 45th International Math Olympiad.

+ The event took place in Athens, Greece.

+ The event happened during the 45th International Math Olympiad.

+ Participants: six members of the Vietnamese team.

+ Progress: All six team members earned medals.

+ Outcome: The Vietnamese team secured 4th place overall.

c.

+ Criteria for selecting news: important news, relevant to life, and newly occurring.

+ Content to clarify in the article: a general overview, the cause, the results, and detailed information on the event.

2. Writing the News Article

a. How to Write the Headline

+ Regarding content:

- The headlines of both articles briefly summarize the content.

- The headlines contain the writer's perspective and evaluation rather than simple information.

+ Regarding format and structure: The headline must be concise, clear, and provide a clear understanding of the content.

b. How to Start the News Article

+ The opening section of the article:

- Article 1: On July 17, the Vietnam Airlines Corporation continued to adjust flight operations to optimize performance in the airline market.

- Article 2: A powerful header from Maxelo Sosa at the 25th minute gave Uruguay a 1-0 lead.

+ The opening parts convey the start of the event and provide detailed context.

c. Expanding the News Article:

+ Both articles expand on the events, detailing the outcome and progress. They further elaborate on the information introduced in the opening sections.

+ Key differences in expansion:

- Article 1: Describes the event first, followed by data, evidence, and specific results.

- Article 2: Describes the event's progress first, followed by the final result.

Practice

Question 1 (page 163, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The events suitable for a news article are: A, B, D, E.

Question 2 (page 163, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

Advertisements and investigative reports:

+ Both provide information and contain important, meaningful details.

+ However, the information in these is not as time-sensitive as news articles.

Question 3 (page 163, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

SEMIFINALS OF THE SOUTH AMERICAN NATIONAL CUP

BRAZIL 5 – URUGUAY 3

Uruguay led 1-0 in the 25th minute, thanks to a goal from Maxelo Sosa. However, Brazil equalized early in the second half. Ultimately, during the penalty shootout, Brazil's team excelled in defense and scored to win 5-3 against Uruguay.

I. Purpose and Basic Requirements of the News Report

Question 1 (Page 160, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The news report announces the results of the International Mathematical Olympiad for the Vietnamese student delegation. The team's result (fourth place) highlights the level of Vietnamese students and reflects the achievements in nurturing mathematical talents within the nation's education system.

Question 2 (Page 160, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

This report is timely, as it covers an event that happened on July 16, and by July 19, just three days later, it was already covered in the media.

Question 3 (Page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

In this case, additional information is unnecessary and even redundant, as it would violate the principle of brevity and clarity in a news report.

Question 4 (Page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The events mentioned in the report, such as the date, location, and the competition's results, are clearly stated, ensuring the accuracy of the journalistic tone and making the information trustworthy for readers.

Question 5 (Page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The essential requirements for a news report are: timely reporting, the news must have social significance, and the content must be truthful and accurate.

II. How to Write a News Report

Question 1 (Page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

Choosing and extracting a news event

- Before writing the news, you need to identify and choose a specific, accurate event (when, where, who did it, how it happened, and the outcome...)

- Once you've selected the event (information) for the report, it must include the following elements:

+ What happened? (event details)

+ Where did it happen? (location)

+ When did it happen? (specific time)

+ Who was involved? (people)

+ How did it happen? (the event's progress, nature)

+ What was the outcome? (the result of the event)

Question 2 (Page 161, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

Writing the news report

Requirements

a. How to title the news report

- The titles in both reports above summarize the event and its outcome.

- What makes these titles stand out is the use of an engaging detail or phrasing that creates curiosity and interest for the reader (e.g., posing questions, leaving things incomplete...)

- In terms of structure and form: The title is concise and directly relates to the content. It is typically a phrase or sometimes a brief declarative or interrogative sentence.

b. How to begin the news report

- The introduction of the news report

+ The introduction in the news report 'More than 22,000 Safe Flights' starts with: 'As of July 17, Vietnam Airlines... compared to the previous period.'

+ The introduction in the news report 'South American Football Cup Semifinal Brazil vs. Uruguay' starts with the same phrase as the headline.

- The introduction provides a general overview of the event and its result, offering the most essential information upfront.

c. How to expand on the details in the news report

- The detailed content that follows the introduction

+ The news report 'More than 22,000 Safe Flights' elaborates on the airline's market coverage, revenues, flight safety, and increased international and domestic operations.

+ The news report 'South American Football Cup Semifinal Brazil vs. Uruguay' describes the match's progression, the scores, and the eventual penalty shootout to determine the winner.

- How to expand the news report

+ The news report 'More than 22,000 Safe Flights' provides specific details on each event.

+ The news report 'South American Football Cup Semifinal Brazil vs. Uruguay' explains the causes that led to the event's results.

Practice

Question 1 (Page 163, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

The events that could be reported as a news item are A, B, D, and E.

Question 2 (Page 163, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

- Similarities: All three have the purpose of providing news.

- Differences:

+ A news report merely conveys information.

+ Advertising information, in addition to news, mainly aims to promote products and services.

+ An investigative report is much longer than a news report, detailing events and providing analysis and commentary.

Question 3 (Page 163, Literature Textbook 11, Volume 1):

Rewrite the news report 'Vietnam’s Mathematical Olympiad Team Ranked Fourth' into a brief news item:

Vietnam’s team ranked fourth in the 45th International Mathematical Olympiad held in Athens, Greece, from July 14 to 16.