Reading News Online Flashcard

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What is a URL?

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A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is a unique, one-of-a-kind address of an article on the internet.

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What is a byline in a news article?

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A byline is the name of the article's author.

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What are related articles?

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Related articles are links to more articles from the same website that may be similar to the one you're reading.

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What does the date on a news article indicate?

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The date tells you how recently the article was published.

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What is sponsored content?

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Sponsored content is a link within a news article that leads to another website, usually not news, and may be disguised to look like news.

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What is the purpose of the headline in a news article?

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The headline is the title of a news article, usually printed in big, bold letters at the top.

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What is the significance of the article's category?

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The category tells you what type of article you're reading and helps organize content on the website.

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What are comments in the context of online news articles?

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Comments are a public place for readers to post reactions, thoughts, and questions about the article.

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What is the role of images in news articles?

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Images visually show something about the article and can enhance the reader's understanding.

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What does it mean if an article is labeled as 'breaking news'?

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'Breaking news' indicates that the information is new and important, often requiring immediate attention.