looking at headlines
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Looking at HeadlinesYou will notice in news article headlines that: They do not use full
sentences or correct grammar
They can be different lengths and print sizes
They aim to get the readers’ interest, so that they will read the article
EYE-CATCHING HEADLINESPUNS are a play on words.
EYE-CATCHING HEADLINES
ALLITERATION is the use of the same letter or sound in two or more words that are close together. It is used to make
it more enjoyable to read and memorable.
EYE-CATCHING HEADLINESRHETORICAL QUESTIONS are asked merely
for effect with no answer expected.
Activity
TASK #1Refer to – What technique is that?
Determine which technique is being used in each newspaper headline.
Write another heading using an alternate language technique.
Activity
TASK #2Look through a newspaper and find examples of headlines using:
Pun Alliteration Rhetorical Question
Write them in your book.
Activity
TASK #3Your teacher will give you a news article with no headline. 1. Read the article.2. Write three different headlines for the article, using:
a) Punb) Alliterationc) Rhetorical Question
3. In groups of four, share your headlines. Discuss which headline is most effective. Why?
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