Articles (Junior Cert English): Flashcards

To amuse or inform, often with human interest stories

Clearly indicate the topic

Engage reader, introduce topic, state main argument/purpose

Summarise main points and reinforce purpose

Topic: the information or story the article addresses

Audience: who the article is for (younger/older people)

Genre: structural features like title, tone, paper title

Style: literary techniques appropriate for an article

Around 3 key points

Engage the reader and provoke thought

Elicit feelings of wonder, excitement, or curiosity

Use facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade

Repetition of word/phrase at start of successive clauses

Encouraging reader to take specific steps or actions