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A journalist reports on a new government policy, quoting heavily from the official policy document and statements made by government spokespersons. The article focuses solely on explaining the policy's provisions and the stated objectives. Which of the following best describes the journalist's approach to reporting this story?
- AAnalytical and evaluative, assessing the policy's potential impacts.
- BPersuasive and opinionated, advocating for the policy's implementation.
- CInvestigative and critical, questioning the policy's underlying motives.
- DObjective and informative, presenting facts without personal bias.
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Correct answer: D. Objective and informative, presenting facts without personal bias.
The journalist 'quoting heavily from the official policy document and statements' and focusing 'solely on explaining the policy's provisions and the stated objectives' indicates a factual, unbiased presentation, which is characteristic of an objective and informative approach.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Assessing potential impacts would involve analysis beyond merely explaining the provisions; the report explicitly states it focuses 'solely' on provisions and objectives.
- B. The report explains, it does not advocate or express personal opinions in favor of the policy.
- C. There's no indication of questioning or uncovering hidden motives; the focus is on what was stated.
Author's Purpose (Inform)
To inform means to provide facts, data, or explanations about a topic without expressing a strong opinion or trying to persuade the reader.
- Focuses on presenting verifiable information.
- Uses objective language and avoids emotional appeals.
- Often found in news reports, textbooks, and encyclopedias.
Memory trick: Why did the author write this?