Activity 3.3.1 The News Report Outline

Before you begin this activity, read the two attached documents : " The Inverted Triangle" and "News Report Template Example".

Instructions: Choose one of the news headlines below, and using the inverted pyramid format, create a simple news report plan. 

Your plan should include a lead statement, and the details that will be included throughout the article in descending order of importance. Where possible, include a quotation. 

Format: You may recreate an inverted triangle, or write notes using the format below,  labelling the sections. 

  • Headline
  • Lead
  • Body paragraph 1 ( Most Important ideas. Expand on the lead) 
  • Body paragraph 2 ( somewhat important information. Expand on the what , how and why. May include a quotation) 
  • Body paragraph  3 ( Least important information . Provide interesting background information about the what, who and why) 
  • Conclusion 

Headline Options 

  • "New Cure Found for Stubborn Acne: Clear Skin on the Horizon!"
  • "Exciting Space Mission: Astronauts Prepare to Explore Mars for the First Time"
  • "Youth Climate Activists Rally Worldwide for a Greener Future"
  • "Amazing Archaeological Discovery: Lost City Unearthed in South America"
  • "High-Tech Gadgets Take Center Stage at Annual Electronics Fair"
  • "Local Hero Saves Neighbors from Raging House Fire"
  • "Schools Implement Innovative Learning Methods for Virtual Classes"
  • "Record-Breaking Athlete Shatters Long-Standing Track and Field Records"
  • "Adorable Endangered Species Born at City Zoo, Boosting Conservation Efforts"
  • "Community Pulls Together to Rebuild Park After Devastating Tornado"
Submission: PDF format. (file size can't be more than 20 MB)