- Which of these is the best headline for an article?
- A) Giant Cat Takes Over Arlington
- B) A Giant Cat Has Invaded Town
- C) Giant Cat Named Tabby Takes Over Arlington
- How many editors should proofread your article before publishing?
- A) 1
- B) 2
- C) 3
- D) As many as possible
- E) You can be your own editor
- How many paragraphs should your article have?
- A) At least 3
- B) At least 5
- C) You don’t need more than 1
- D) What’s an article?
- E) It depends on the article
- Which of these is the best genre of newspaper topics to write about?
- A) A political event
- B) Something funny
- C) Who cares
- D) It depends!
- What is the best name for a Newspaper?
- A) Beware of the Most Amazing News Place Like EVER
- B) Ready to Read
- C) Wilson Writers
- D) THE MOST AMAZING GROUP EVER
- Why is writing newspaper articles important?
- A) It keeps students and staff informed about school events and issues.
- B) It allows students to express their personal opinions on school matters.
- C) It helps develop writing, research, and communication skills in students.
- D) It creates a sense of community by highlighting student achievements and activities.
- E) All of the above!
- Optional Question: Which type of pet do you prefer?
- A) Dog
- B) Cat
- C) I don’t like either
Answer Key:
- C) Giant Cat Takes Over Arlington
This is to-the-point and attention-grabbing!
- D) As many as possible
The more editors review your article, the better. Multiple people can catch different mistakes and offer improvements.
- B) It depends
Articles are not the same as essays! The length of your article depends on the subject and how much information there is to cover. Some articles may only need a few paragraphs, while others, like feature stories, may be longer.
- D) It depends
The best topic depends on the purpose and audience of the newspaper. News can be serious, entertaining, or a mix of both!
5. C) Wilson Writers
A professional-sounding title makes the newspaper group seem more credible and reliable to leaders!
6. E) All of the above
Writing newspaper articles gives students an outlet to express their opinion, spreads awareness, and helps people stay connected to important events in their community and beyond.
