News articles

Objective Language

Neutral and factual wording. EFFECT: Builds trust with readers by maintaining credibility and impartiality.

Formal Register

Professional tone and vocabulary. EFFECT: Conveys authority and seriousness, appropriate for informing a broad public.

Reported Speech

Attribution of statements to sources. EFFECT: Maintains objectivity and avoids inserting the journalist's bias.

Statistics and Data

Use of numbers to support information. EFFECT: Adds credibility and reinforces the factual basis of the article.

Loaded Language (in sensational news)

Emotionally charged terms. EFFECT: Influences perception and adds drama, especially in tabloid news.

Headline

A bold, attention-grabbing title. EFFECT: Summarizes the story’s key point and draws in the reader.

Lead Paragraph

The first paragraph that covers the who, what, when, where. EFFECT: Provides essential information quickly and clearly.

Inverted Pyramid Structure

Important info at the top, less vital details below. EFFECT: Enables scanning and ensures key facts are seen first.

Paragraphing

Short, focused paragraphs. EFFECT: Improves readability and allows for easier information processing.

Subheadings

Mini-headings throughout the article. EFFECT: Organizes content and guides the reader through complex information.

Photographs with Captions

Images with descriptive text. EFFECT: Provides visual context, supports the story, and engages readers emotionally.

Infographics or Charts

Visual representation of data. EFFECT: Makes complex statistics easier to understand and more compelling.

Byline and Dateline

Author’s name and publication date/location. EFFECT: Adds credibility and transparency, helping assess source reliability.