WorksheetsJournalism 7
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 4mins
It is is a short essay that shares an individual's opinion on a current event or social issue. The goal of a good editorial is to persuade the reader to consider your perspective and change their opinion. Editorials often focus on controversial issues with widely different viewpoints.
editorial
feature
news
sports
A type of editorial that explains and provides background information on an event or issue.
interpretive editorial
Critical editorial
Persuasive editorial
Praising editorial
A type of editorial that focuses on the various causes of a problem and suggests a solution.
interpretive editorial
Critical editorial
Persuasive editorial
Praising editorial
This type of editorial appeals directly to the reader and encourages them to take action.
interpretive editorial
Critical editorial
Persuasive editorial
Praising editorial
This type of editorial shows appreciation for a person or organization based on their involvement in an issue.
interpretive editorial
Critical editorial
Persuasive editorial
Praising editorial
A part of editorial that builds a reader's interest in the topic and gives an overview of the issue.
body
introduction
argument
evidence
A part of editorial that supports your argument with facts, research or anecdotes.
body
introduction
argument
evidence
A part of editorial that summarizes your point of view and remind the reader why they should care about this issue..
body
conclusion
argument
evidence
Even though an editorial is opinion-based, it is still important to provide your readers with well-researched evidence to back up your ideas.
true
false
The goal of all editorials is to share an opinion and persuade an audience.
true
false
