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An article is a piece of writing intended for publication that is written in an interesting manner for a wide audience. It can describe an experience, present an opinion, compare ideas, or offer suggestions. The basic structure of an article includes an introduction to engage the reader, a body to develop the main ideas with examples and reasons, and a conclusion that offers a final thought. Outdoor games are important for physical fitness and learning teamwork, discipline, and competitive spirit. Schools should make outdoor sports a daily routine to develop healthy minds and bodies in students.

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Article Writing - Format

An article is a piece of writing intended for publication that is written in an interesting manner for a wide audience. It can describe an experience, present an opinion, compare ideas, or offer suggestions. The basic structure of an article includes an introduction to engage the reader, a body to develop the main ideas with examples and reasons, and a conclusion that offers a final thought. Outdoor games are important for physical fitness and learning teamwork, discipline, and competitive spirit. Schools should make outdoor sports a daily routine to develop healthy minds and bodies in students.

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ADVANCED WRITING SKILLS

ARTICLE WRITING
(5 Marks; 120-150 Words)
What is an article?
A piece of writing intended for publication in a newspaper, magazine or a
journal.
It is written for a wide audience in an interesting or entertaining manner.
It can:
- describe an experience, event, person or place
- present an opinion or balanced argument
- compare, contrast , provide information
- offer suggestions and/or advice
It can be descriptive, narrative, discursive etc. (The style should be
appropriate to each kind of writing) .

Basic Structure of an article


The 3 basic components needed for writing an article are
1. Introduction
2. Body
3. Action
Points to Remember:
1. A suitable Title must be given. Under the heading , writer’s name must
be written
2. The article must be written in 3 – 4 paragraphs.
3. Include Examples/ statistical figures (where required) to highlight the
problem or to support a student’s viewpoint .
4. Reasons/Effects of a problem to be given.
5. Possible solutions/ remedial measures to rectify the situation to be
suggested.
STRUCTURE
TITLE Engage the reader. Catchy and Provocative

By line The name given in the question to be used

Introduce topic - Engages the reader further.


INTRODUCTION *Usually poses a question to be answered at the
end of the article
*Can begin with a quotation
Develop ideas:
*Eg. statistical figures comparing past with
MAIN BODY present
*Positive aspects/Negative aspects
*Reasons for the situation
*Give answer to previous question.
SUMMING UP *Give your opinion/point of view.
*Take sides.
An article should be concluded with a

CONCLUSION *hope/warning , making an appeal


* or call for an action
Marking Scheme

 Format – (opening and closing lines) 1 mark


 Content – 2 marks
 Expression -2 marks
( Includes grammatical accuracy , appropriate words & spellings
Coherence and relevance of ideas & style)

SAMPLE ARTICLE
Question
Our performance in Rio Olympics has told us that we do not pay enough
attention to athletics and outdoor games. It is time we revised our attitude. Sports
should be an important part of school’s daily routine. Write an article in 150-200
words on ‘Importance of Outdoor Games’.
Importance of Outdoor Games
By Sreeja
It is said , “A healthy mind resides in a healthy body “.
Outdoor games play an important role in the life of children and adults. These are
the sporting events which involve a lot of physical activity and, since they are
played outside, it makes one physically fit too as the whole body gets exercised.
Unfortunately, not much attention is paid to sports either by parents or school
authorities.
It is high time we changed our outlook in this regard. It is the need of the hour and
should become an integral part of a school’s daily routine. Outdoor sports event
help us, especially students in many ways. Students learn the sportsmanship,
develop a co-operative attitude and at the same time pick up the competitive spirit.
Since it involves obeying rules and following the captain, children learn to form
heterogeneous groups and get disciplined.
As the outdoor games are played in groups, there is no room for one’s personal
gains or passion. It is the team that comes first and the team spirit that takes the
topmost priority. Children, who develop a passion for outdoor sports, then go on to
make a mark not only at school level but at regional, national and international
level too provided they are given right coaching, guidance and facilities.

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