Starter quiz
- What is a 'draugr' in Norse mythology?
- a type of tree
- an undead creature ✓
- a magical spell
- a heroic warrior
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- Martha kills the draugr with ______ in 'The Twisted Tree'.
- a spell
- an axe ✓
- a potion
- a group of ravens
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- What is the purpose of a newspaper article?
- to analyse a writer's work
- to inform the public of recent events ✓
- to inform the public about a celebrity's life and background
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- Newspaper articles are usually written in the ...
- first person.
- third person. ✓
- second person.
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- Newspaper articles often contain the 5 Ws (Who, What, When, Where, Why). Match these elements below in a story about Martha and the draugr.
- What⇔the Draugr is killed ✓
- Where⇔at Mormor's Cabin ✓
- When⇔at dusk ✓
- Why⇔to prevent it haunting the living and to allow the souls to return ✓
- Who⇔Martha ✓
- What is rhyme?
- matching sounds at the end of words ✓
- repetition of words
- creating an image in the reader's mind
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Exit quiz
- What is the primary purpose of a headline in a newspaper article?
- to provide detailed information
- to catch the reader's attention ✓
- to show a picture
- to cover the 5 Ws (Who, What, Where, When, Why)
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- Which of the following best describes a subheading?
- the main title of an article
- a detailed explanation
- a brief summary under the headline ✓
- a picture caption
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- In the context of a newspaper article, what is a 'pun'?
- a formal announcement
- a serious statement
- a joke using wordplay ✓
- any type of language device used in a headline
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- Which language device is used in the headline "Terrific Tech Triumphs"?
- pun
- alliteration ✓
- rhyme
- sensationalist language
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- Match each of these headlines about the death of the draugr (from 'The Twisted Tree') to the language device used.
- Grave Situation: Draugr Meets Its End⇔pun ✓
- The Nightmare Ends!⇔sensationalist language ✓
- Martha's Axe means no more attacks!⇔rhyme ✓
- Martha's Mythic Victory⇔alliteration ✓
- Which of the below would be an appropriate subheading for the headline 'Town on Brink of Chaos!'?
- Local politicians get a win for residents.
- New recycling initiative gets locals going green.
- Crime rises for second year in a row. ✓
- Warm weather set to raise temperatures.
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Worksheet
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Lesson Details
Key learning points
- Headlines will give the reader an indication of what the story is likely to be about.
- The purpose of a headline is to grab the reader's attention.
- A headline should give an indication of the content of a news article.
- Language devices are often used in headlines.
- Subheadings can be used to give more detail about a story.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that a headline alone is enough to convey the entire story of an article.
Explain that while a headline grabs attention and hints at the article's content, it's the subheading and body text that provide the full details and context. Emphasise the importance of each element working together to inform the reader.
Keywords
Headline - the title of an article
Subheading - text that is found under the main headline to give further insight or support for the headline
Pun - joke making use of the different possible meanings of words that sound alike
Draugr - an undead creature from Norse mythology that haunts the living
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