TEX2601 Portfolio (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 1 2024

TEX2601 EXAM PORTFOLIO 2024 SEMESTER 1 100% TRUSTED workings, explanations and solutions. For assistance call or W.h.a.t.s.a.p.p us on +/ 2/ 5/ 4 /7 /7 /9 /5 /4 /0 /1 /3 /2 . QUESTION 1 (10) Soft news articles start with soft leads which do not summarise the main facts by answering the whquestions (who, what, when, where and why). Instead, soft leads function as appetisers to get the reader interested in reading the article. Identify the relevant soft lead in each of the following instances. Open Rubric 2 1.1 Have you ever wondered what drives the creative mind behind groundbreaking innovations? In an exclusive interview, renowned scientist Dr. Emily Makobane unveils the secrets behind her latest discovery that promises to revolutionize the way we approach renewable energy. (2) 1.2 Dear reader, imagine a world where every child has access to quality education, where dreams are nurtured, and opportunities are boundless. In the heart of our community, a groundbreaking initiative is taking shape to turn this vision into reality. (2) 1.3. In the world of finance, where numbers often seem to speak a language of their own, one bold idea emerges: 'Investing with Purpose, Profiting with Passion.' As we dive into the realm of socially conscious investments, this mantra becomes the guiding light for a new generation of investors who believe in making a difference while making a profit. (2) 1.4 As the sun set over the serene town of Clarence, a place known for its peaceful community spirit, an unexpected revelation shattered the tranquillity: the local church, a symbol of unity for generations, was the epicentre of a scandal that rocked the very foundations of trust. The trusted parish priest, celebrated for his unwavering commitment to morality, now stands accused of a transgression that has left the tight-knit community in disbelief. (2) 1.5 As dawn painted the sky in hues of pink and gold, a bustling city street transformed into a surreal stage for an unexpected spectacle. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafted through the air as pedestrians hurriedly navigated their way through a sea of people, unaware that just around the corner, a spontaneous flash mob would soon turn an ordinary morning into a symphony of laughter and dance. (2) QUESTION 2 (10) Choose the newspaper article from Column B that matches the description in Column A. Write down only the number from Column A and the matching letter from Column B, e.g.: 1C. (10) Column A Column B 2.1 This is an article in which personalities, places (cities) or a fashion craze is reported on. A. Investigative reporting 2.2 Here the reader gets a glimpse of humanity in all its facets. It is often referred to as ‘intimate journalism’. B. Human interest story 2.3 Here the emphasis falls on exposing corruption, inefficiency or other forms of maladministration that are deliberately covered up. C. The background story 2.4 A report on the death of a well-known person. Such reports provide information about the time and place of death, and details about the funeral. D. The profile 3 2.5 Articles in this category give a more extensive description or explanation of subjects or events that are in the news. After a news report on acts of terrorism, an article with an in-depth story on terrorists’ personality traits, tactics and goals may appear. E. Obituary F. The colour story G. The Wall Street Journal form H. The editorial QUESTION 3 (30) The following newspaper article on a teachers’ strike in the Western Cape was written by Chat GPT. Read through the article before answering the questions that follow. You should consult Lessons 1 and 2 for the relevant theory before attempting to answer the questions.