Top 6 Best Compositions on Journalistic Language Style (Literature 11)

Sample 1

Different types of journalistic texts found in a newspaper: report, news article, editorial, comic stories, etc.

Sample 2

Distinguish:

a/News article:

- Concise information

- Timely, updated information

b/Report:

- Sufficient information about an event, with detailed descriptions

- Requires to evoke emotions and engage the audience.

Sample 3:

Students should write a short news article based on the characteristics of journalistic language style and the learning situation of their class.

Question 1 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

Some common types of journalistic texts in newspapers: News article, report, feature article, reader’s letter, advertisement, highlight, etc.

Question 2 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

Distinguish between two types of journalism: News article and report:

* News article:

- Concise

- Specific time, location, timely

- Accurate event

- Short sentences, precise words

=> Provides new information

* Report: A news article with a time, location, and event, but described and narrated in detail with vivid imagery, expressive language, and engaging vocabulary.

Question 3 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

A brief news article reflecting the learning process must consider the following elements:

- Time: At a specific point in the school year

- Activities: Planned events related to class learning

- Results: Achievements attained

- Data: Provide specific numbers and examples

Question 1 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

Read a newspaper and identify the different types of journalistic texts in it.

Solution:

- Journalism language is used in typical genres such as News articles, Reports, Feature stories, etc.

Example: News article from Dantri

On Monday morning, no new cases of Covid-19 were reported in Vietnam.

Following the government’s strict measures, the number of SARS-CoV-2 infections in Vietnam has decreased. On April 5, no new cases were reported, and only one confirmed case was isolated immediately upon arrival.

As of the morning of April 6, Vietnam has had two consecutive days without new cases. Currently, 91 out of 241 patients have been declared cured. Among the patients still receiving treatment, 52 have tested negative once or twice.

To continue preventing Covid-19, the country has implemented the government’s Directive 16 on nationwide social distancing for the past 5 days. The National Steering Committee on Covid-19 Prevention and Control urges citizens to continue following the 5-point message.

I. Key Concepts to Understand

1. Journalism can be classified in various ways:

+ By medium: print media, broadcast media, visual media, etc.

+ By publication frequency: daily, weekly, monthly, annual publications…

+ By purpose and social domain

+ By profession, gender, age group: Youth, Women’s, etc.

2. Journalism language is informative, primarily used in: news articles, reports, feature stories, and commentaries.

Practice

Question 1 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

Read a newspaper and identify the types of texts featured.

+ News articles: specific time, location, concise event reporting

+ Structure: source, time, location, event, developments, result

+ Report: Provides sources, narrates the event in detail, uses images to offer a vivid view for the readers.

Example: National TV channels feature reports on people in mountainous areas like Son La, Ha Giang:

- Time, location of the report

- Interviews with key figures

(Information is presented concisely, accurately, and completely.)

Question 2 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

- News article:

+ Short and concise

+ Requires accuracy and objectivity

- Report:

+ Provides details of the event, vivid descriptions

+ Engaging and thought-provoking

Question 3 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook)

To write a short news piece reflecting the class's learning situation:

+ Time: At a specific time (for instance, celebrating Vietnam Teachers' Day or end-of-semester activities...)

+ Location: The classroom

+ Event: Highlight significant events

+ Provide a brief opinion on the event

The news piece should be accurate, objective, except for opinion-based commentary pieces.

Question 1 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook):

Common journalistic text types in a popular national newspaper (read by a broad range of people across professions, genders, etc.) usually include: news articles and reports. Feature stories are less frequent.

Question 2 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook):

+ News article: Delivers the latest news to readers with precise details regarding time, location, and event. News articles must be concise and to the point.

+ Report: This is a type of news article, but it offers a more detailed account of the event, often with more descriptive imagery to provide readers with a comprehensive and engaging view.

Question 3 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook):

Students should write a short news piece about the learning situation in their class. Ensure that the following elements are included: time, the activities mentioned, results achieved, and specific data.

Significance

Journalistic language is used to convey up-to-date news both nationally and internationally, reflecting the newspaper’s editorial stance and public opinion, to drive social progress. It is primarily employed in common genres such as news articles, reports, and feature stories.

Question 1 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook):

Journalistic language is used in prominent genres such as: news articles, reports, and feature stories.

Question 2 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook):

Distinguish between two journalistic genres: news article and report.

- News article:

+ Provides concise, timely information about an event.

+ Requires accuracy, punctuality, and updates.

- Report:

+ Provides sufficient information about an event, while offering vivid and detailed descriptions.

+ Must be engaging and evoke interest.

Question 3 (page 131, Literature 11 textbook):

To write a brief news piece reflecting the learning progress, attention should be given to the following factors:

- Time: at a specific point in time (end-of-term summary, awards, etc.).

- Location: within the classroom.

- Event: focus on significant events.

- Provide a concise opinion about the event.

* Requirements: accuracy and objectivity.