there are two common types of newspapers

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There are two common types of newspapers:

What are they called?

Tabloids Broadsheets

In pairs i want you to make a list of broadsheet and tabloid newspapers in Ireland

Is there differences in the layout?

Differences

• Size• Coverage/ in-depth/• Shorter/ longer articles• Writing styles/ slang• Focuses on different stories crime/ gossip

• Look for these differences between the papers:

• Headlines• Pictures• Topics covered• Which would you prefer to read?• Which one do you find easier to read?

Compare

• Two newspapers covering same story and differences.

News headline activity

What influences you to read a newspaper article?

Headline

• In bold• Catchy• Alliteration• Interests the reader• Serious or humorous• Only has a few words• Action verbs

Make your own headline

• Last night Chelsea football club beat Bristol City 3-2 in an exciting game. Johns scored a hat-trick for Chelsea.

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