Understanding Reportage

In this lesson, Professor Edgar introduces the concept of 'reportagem', a journalistic textual genre. The lesson covers its characteristics, such as being expository, informative, descriptive, narrative, and opinionative. The structure of a reportagem, including the headline, subtitle, lead, and body, is explained. The differences between 'reportagem' and 'notícia' are highlighted, focusing on their objectives and presentation styles. The lesson concludes with a recap of the key points discussed.

What is the primary purpose of a reportage?

• To entertain the audience

• To inform and form opinions

• To advertise products

• To provide fictional stories

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of reportage?

• Descriptive and narrative

• Opinionative

• Expository and informative

• Fictional and imaginative

In which person can a reportage be written?

• Only third person

• Second and third person

• First and third person

• First and second person

What type of language is used in a reportage?

• Informal and colloquial

• Formal and correct

• Technical and jargon-filled

• Slang and abbreviations

What is the purpose of the headline in a reportage?

• To grab the reader's attention

• To summarize the entire article

• To provide detailed information

• To list the sources

Which part of a reportage provides a summary of the main topic?

• Headline

• Body

• Subtitle

• Lead

What is the 'lead' in a reportage?

• A concluding statement

• The last paragraph

• A list of references

• The first paragraph with main information

How does a news article differ from a reportage in terms of information presentation?

• News articles present main information at the beginning

• News articles use informal language

• News articles provide detailed analysis

• News articles are opinion-based

Which of the following is true about the depth of coverage in news articles compared to reportages?

• Reportages are more detailed

• Neither provides detailed information

• Both are equally detailed

• News articles are more detailed

What did the lesson primarily focus on?

• The evolution of language in journalism

• The role of social media in news

• The structure and characteristics of reportage

• The history of journalism