Writing: An Article

The last writing type we are looking at is THE ARTICLE.
Remember an ARTICLE...

• is a piece of writing usually intended for publication in a newspaper, magazine or journal

•  is written for a wide audience, so it is essential to attract and retain the readers’ attention

• may include amusing stories, reported speech and descriptions

• can be formal or informal, depending on the target audience

• should be written in an interesting or entertaining manner

• should give opinions and thoughts, as well as facts

• is in a less formal style than a report

An article can

•describe an experience, event, person or place

•present an opinion or balanced argument

• compare and contrast

• provide information

• offer suggestions

• offer advice 

VISIT THIS LINK FOR AN EXAMPLE