1. Who wrote the story?
Assuming one of the editors because this is an editorial.
2. What is their story about?
The ICE and Trump deporting not allowing illegal aliens.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"Trump is able to act on these hateful stereotypes." (Talking about deportations.)
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Not really if I'm being honest.
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
They were pretty solid. They firmly believe that Trump is acting hatefully towards immigrants.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
Third
Finally, answer the following questions:
A. What do you think the major differences between a hard news story and an opinions piece? Come up with at least three.
1. Hard news is completely factual while opinion pieces give the perspective of the author.
2. Opinion pieces can be in first person while hard news is not.
3. Opinion pieces can be biased while hard news should not be.
B. Why do you think there aren't very many photos on this page?
The pictures don't really add anything to the stories while they would be for hard news.
C. What are three topics you think would be good to write an opinions piece on?
1. Politics
2. World Events
3. Really anything. It's good to get everyone's perspective.
2. Betsy DeVos unfit to serve...
1. Who wrote the story?
Reagan Wallace
2. What is their story about?
Betsy DeVos and how she's not qualified to be Secretary of Education
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"I don't believe (DeVos) is prepared to lead a country's education system."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Yes this writer did.
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
They were solid of their opinion. She believes that DeVos is not qualified.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
First
3. Our great tree is worth saving
1. Who wrote the story?
Ian Miller
2. What is their story about?
Saving the big tree in the middle of the courtyard.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"In my opinion, it's absolutley worth the price to save (the tree)."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
No
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
They were not wishy-washy about their opinion. They love this tree.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
First
4. Going Above the norm for college
1. Who wrote the story?
Jake Brien
2. What is their story about?
The difficulty of getting into college.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"It seems that getting into college is not only a hefty price to pay, but also requires the utmost diligence and perseverance from high school students."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
No
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
They kinda were. At first it seemed that the writer has a problem with how hard it was to get into college, but then said it was a good thing.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
no.
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
Third
5. Importance of physics class
1. Who wrote the story?
Abby Ong
2. What is their story about?
Why physics is an important class.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"I believe all students should take it regardless of endorsement or future career choice.
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
No
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
They had a solid opinion. The writer believes everybody should take physics.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
First.
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