Writing an Article

Writing an Article

When writing an article the following points should be
adhered to:

A centre heading- underlined or in capital letters.

A by-line stating the name of the author.

2-3 paragraphs stating the argument and the
solutions/suggestions

word limit : 150 - 200 words

Structure of an Article

1) The Title

brief – not more that 3 – 4 words

catchy and effective

encourage the reader to read further

2) Introduction

informs the reader what the article is about

could contain facts or startling information/and
anecdote – a story that illustrates a point. (should be

summary information – explain your point of view in
general terms

3) The body
One paragraph
causes of the problem
effects of the problem
your opinions
description of the event

4)Conclusion
Conclusion brings closure.
review main points
describe your feelings about the topic


sample article writing

Tabloids

      -by samuel

Most newspapers can be classified into two major 

groups: ‘broadsheets’ and ‘tabloids’. Broadsheets are 

literally printed on larger sheets of paper, and 

generally contain more serious articles. Tabloids are 

often smaller in size, and contain articles that often 

include imaginative details or interpretations.

Although the evidence for many tabloid articles is 

scanty or non-existent, they are written in a 

convincing tone similar to that used in standard news 

articles. Tabloids have to be very careful when writing 

about real people, because they can be accused of 

‘libel’, or writing harmful lies.