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Writing an article - class-VII

Writing an article

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which option is the least likely to be included in a newspaper article?

  1. Heading
  2. Byline
  3. All W questions
  4. Thesis statement
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is least important to consider before writing an article?

  1. The target reader
  2. The medium in which the article will appear
  3. Previous articles on the same topic
  4. The purpose of the article
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the purpose of a newspaper article?
Select the best option. 

  1. to compare and contrast two ideas/situations
  2. to inform readers of an event or situation
  3. to explore a story or event in depth
  4. to entertain the reader
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The most important part of an article is which of the following?

  1. heading
  2. subheadings
  3. body
  4. All the above
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
The name of the writer in an article should be _______________ . 

  1. in italics
  2. in capital letters
  3. in a smaller font than the heading
  4. immediately below the title
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which option is true of the body paragraphs in an article?

  1. They are arranged in order of size
  2. They all begin with a topic sentence
  3. The are all of the same level of importance
  4. They all contain a topic sentence
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Where may you find an article?
Select the best option. 

  1. Magazine
  2. Newspaper
  3. Blog
  4. All of the above
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the best article heading for the given topic:
The minister said that going 'cashless' may help reduce theft in the country.

  1. Minster: "going cashless will reduce theft"
  2. Minister: 'going cashless will reduce theft'
  3. The minister said that going cashless will reduce theft
  4. Minister: 'Going Cashless Will Reduce Theft'
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following are elements of an article in the right order?
Select the best option. 

  1. Heading, body, name of writer
  2. Heading, name of writer, body
  3. Name of writer, heading, body
  4. Body, heading, name of writer
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The main purpose of a feature article is which of the following?
Select the best option. 

  1. to entertain the reader
  2. to elaborate on an event/situation
  3. to inform the reader
  4. to persuade the reader
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the best register for an article on the following topic:
Topic: Are teachers underpaid?
Audience: Teachers  
Medium: Education magazine  

  1. formal
  2. informal
  3. semi-formal
  4. very informal
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Select the best option to complete the sentence:
The heading or title for an article should be _________________ .

  1. catchy
  2. a slogan
  3. a rhyme
  4. In capital letters
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
The purpose of an article is _____________ .

  1. to inform readers about something
  2. to convince the reader to change a point of view
  3. to briefly state the incidents that have taken place
  4. to describe a place, person, or event in detail
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the best register for an article on the following topic:
Topic: The government has decided to demolish an ancient temple for the construction of a major highway 
Audience: General public  
Medium: Newspaper  

  1. formal
  2. informal
  3. semi-formal
  4. very informal
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the best article heading for the given topic:
The promotion of a new brand of car polish. 

  1. Make your car shine
  2. Make Your Car Shine
  3. make your car shine
  4. Make your Car shine
Question 16 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which order should the following be considered while writing an article?
Select the best option. 

  1. structure, content, other information
  2. other information, structure, content
  3. content, structure, other information
  4. title, content, byline
Question 17 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
It is important not to include ____________ in an article targetted at students. 

  1. formal language
  2. bullet points
  3. informal language
  4. exclamation marks
Question 18 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following should not be done in a newspaper article?
Select the best option. 

  1. include catchy subheadings
  2. include a byline
  3. express personal opinions
  4. add the name of the publishing agency
Question 19 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the target audience for the following article:

Members of the parliament said that questions need to be raised as to how much black money has been wiped out from the system, the reasons for the decision and how much longer will a minimum amount be in effect. 

  1. general public
  2. members of the parliament
  3. ministers
  4. bank owners
Question 20 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Select the best option to fill in the blank:
Subheadings in an article help readers _____________________ . 

  1. concentrate on the article
  2. stay focused on the content
  3. understand the topic
  4. stay interested to read on
Question 21 Multiple Choice (Multiple Answers)

Select an appropriate option to fill in the blank:

Articles in newspapers are generally written in ________ tone. 

  1. subjective
  2. objective
  3. neutral
  4. cheerful
Question 22 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the best article heading for the given topic:
Should schools collect all electronic items from students before allowing them to enter school grounds? 

  1. Should we bar entry for electronic items in schools?
  2. Should We Bar Entry For Electronic Items In Schools?
  3. should we bar entry for electronic items in schools?
  4. None of the above are suitable headings
Question 23 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Identify the best article heading for the following topic:
UN has recognized the toy train of Darjeeling as a world heritage item.

  1. Darjeeling toy train now world heritage item
  2. Heard of the Darjeeling Toy Train?
  3. The UN recognizes Darjeeling Toy Train
  4. Darjeeling Toy Train
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