Journalistic Genres: News, Opinion, and Report Writing
Journalistic Genres
News Reporting
News: Reports of recent major events, encompassing social, cultural, economic, and other relevant aspects.
Interview Statements: Conversations aimed at informing the public about a person’s opinions.
Documentation: Information about an event, providing context and details.
News Report: Addresses a recent and relevant event, or a past occurrence of continued interest. May focus on human interest, social issues, or opinions.
Common Features of News Reports:
- Character information,
Effective Communication: Elements, Functions, and Strategies
1.1 Definition of Communication
Communication is a crucial tool that enables understanding and expression among individuals. It facilitates the sharing of opinions, discussions, challenges, and the exchange of information, ideas, and thoughts. This process involves a sender transmitting a message to a receiver, who then decodes and interprets it. Communication can be oral or written, and language barriers can hinder effective communication. Miscommunication or lack of communication can lead to significant
Read MoreEnglish Grammar FAQ: Uncountable Nouns, Verbs, and More
English Grammar FAQ
Uncountable Nouns
How can uncountable nouns be counted or measured?
We can count or measure uncountable nouns using shapes, portions, or indefinite pronouns like much, any, some, little, no, and a lot of. Remember that uncountable nouns describe qualities, actions, substances, and concepts that cannot be divided into separate elements, so we cannot truly count them.
Concrete vs. Abstract Nouns
What is the difference between concrete and abstract nouns?
Concrete nouns name things you
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Communication and Verbal Language
Communication is a process that involves the transmission of information from one point of origin to a point of arrival. Humans, as social beings, have a more complex form of communication: communication through sign systems. Among these, the most powerful is spoken language.
Verbal language is the principal instrument of human communication and the foundation of coexistence. Language is one of the foundations of progress, the vehicle of transmission of knowledge,
Read MoreAnalysis of Poems by William Blake: The Little Black Boy and The Sick Rose
Analysis of William Blake’s Poems
The Little Black Boy
Summary
A black child narrates his journey of self-discovery and his understanding of God. Born in the southern wild of Africa, he explains that despite his dark skin, his soul is as pure as that of an English child. His mother teaches him about God, who resides in the East, providing light and life to creation, and comfort and joy to humanity. She explains that their purpose on Earth is to learn to accept God’s love. The boy’s black skin is described
Read MoreRomantic Poetry: Nature, Childhood, and the Sublime
Poem 1: My Heart Leaps Up
This poem explores themes of nature, childhood, and the passage of time, common Romantic obsessions. The first line juxtaposes colloquial and academic language (“leaps up” vs. “behold”), suggesting its universal appeal. The rainbow, a classic Romantic symbol, combines opposing elements (sun and rain) to create beauty. Its circular shape represents the cyclical nature of life, connecting earth and sky. The rainbow’s diverse colors unify into white, symbolizing integration.
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