Question

ISC newspaper and magazine report writing formats?

Answer 1

Answer:

A report is a written account of something that one has observed, heard, done ,presentation of facts and findings of an event that has already taken place somewhere. Reports are used as a form of written assessment to find out what you have learned from your reading, research or experience and to give you experience of an important skill that is widely used in the work place.

Generally, two types of reports are asked in the Class 12 English paper, newspaper report or a magazine report. Newspaper report is the one which is published in a newspaper and magazine report is generally written for a school magazine.

Report Writing Format (Heading and Reporter’s name)

*Format of a magazine report

Heading- A descriptive title which is expressive of the contents of the report.

By line- Name of the person writing the report. It is generally given in the question. Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in your answer.

Opening paragraph (introduction) – It may include the '5 Ws' namely, WHAT, WHY, WHEN and WHERE along with WHO was invited as the chief guest.

Account of the event in detail- The proper sequence of events that occurred along with their description. It is the main paragraph and can be split into two short paragraphs if required.

Conclusion- This will include the description of how the event ended. It may include quote excerpts from the Chief Guest's speech or how did the event wind up.

Format of a newspaper report

Headline- A descriptive title which is expressive of the contents of the report.

By line- Name of the person writing the report along with the designation. It is generally given in the question. Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in your answer.

Place and date of reporting- It is generally not mentioned in a magazine report separately, but here, it is.

Opening paragraph- It includes expansion of the headline. It needs to be short as it is a general overview of the report.

Account of the event in detail- It is generally written in two parts: First, complete account of what happened in it’s chronological sequence (preferably) and second, the witness remarks.

Concluding paragraph- This will include the action that has been taken.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Generally, two types of reports are asked ISC English newspaper report or a magazine report. Newspaper report is the one which is published in a newspaper and magazine report is generally written for a school magazine.

Explanation:

• A report is a written account of what you have learned, heard, done or studied. The presentation of evidence and results of an incident which has already taken place in a process that is structured and well coordinated. Reports are used as a written evaluation form to learn what you have learned from your reading, research or experience and to provide you with an important skill, which is commonly applied at work
• The following characteristics shall exist in a well written report: compliance with the report specifications; analyzes of the relevant information; logical and consistent structuring of the material; consistent presentation in accordance with the report brief's instruction; making appropriate decisions which are supported by evidence and report review.

Format of Magazine Report

1. Heading: Descriptive title that is expressive of thereport contents.
2. By line: Name of the person writing the report. However one must not mention their personal details.
3. Opening paragraph or Introduction: It could comprise the '5 Ws' namely, WHY, WHAT,WHERE WHO, and WHEN.
4. Account of the Event in Detail: The appropriate sequence and explanation of events that occurred. It is the main paragraph and, if necessary, can be divided into two short paragraphs.
5. Conclusion- Comprise description of how the event concluded. It can include quote excerpts from the Chief Guest's speech or in what way did the event wind up.

Format of Newspaper Report

1. Heading: Descriptive title that is expressive of thereport contents.
2. By line: Name of the person writing the report. However one must not mention their personal details.
3. Place and Date of Reporting: It is usually generally not mentioned in magazine reporting separately, however in newpaper reporting it is mentioned.
4. Opening Paragraph- It comprises expansion of the headline.  It must be short as it is a general overview of the report
5. Account of the Event in Detail- It is written in two parts: first, the full account of what happened (preferably) in the chronological sequence and, second, the remarks by the witness.
6. Concluding Paragraph- Comprise the action which has been taken so far or would be taken. It is the last paragraph.