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WorksheetsNews Writing Tips [24-25] SMade1/21
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Avoid opening with
direct quote
indrect quote
question
different transitions
How should you start every paragraph?
vary the openings
start mid sentence
use the same opening phrases
start at the end of the sentence
To avoid monotony, the writer should . . .
use long and short paragraphs
use sensory details
use the same length of paragraphs
follow the same format for EVERY story
The first how many words are considered the most important?
3
5
9
15
You should only talk to one person for the side of an issue.
True
False
Reading good writing improves your own writing.
True
False
It is rare that an event occurs in chronological order of importance.
True
False
Keep your language
controversial
jargon filled
complexly punctuated
simple
Which of these counts as third person?
she/he
I/me
they/them
we/us
As you revise, it's recommended that you read your story out loud.
True
False
What is monotony?
factual and accurate
exciting and interesting
lack of truth and sincerity
lack of interest and variety
You should write long paragraphs and use the words a and the.
True
False
Which of the following is an example of ACTIVE voice?
Students used sharp blades in the dissection.
Sharp blades were used by students during the dissection.
Which of the following is an example of PASSIVE voice?
The dance is expected to be a success.
The committee expects the dance to be successful.
A journalist should inject himself / herself in the story and give their opinions throughout the stories they write.
True
False
