Analyzing Bias in News Articles
English
Grade 6
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A worksheet focusing on bias detection within news articles, designed to develop analysis and annotation skills for Grade 6 students.
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Analyzing Bias in News Articles
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Understanding Bias in News Reporting
In a recent report published by the Metropolitan Daily, the city’s new public transportation plan was hailed as a revolutionary solution to traffic congestion. The article claims that the plan will dramatically reduce commute times and improve air quality, emphasizing the positive impact on the environment and citizens’ daily lives. Critics, however, argue that the plan is overly costly and may lead to increased taxes, potentially burdening low-income residents. Despite these concerns, the article primarily presents the plan as a triumph for urban development, subtly highlighting community benefits while glossing over possible financial drawbacks. The author’s optimistic tone and selective presentation of facts suggest a bias toward supporting the new transportation initiative.
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What is the main bias evident in the article?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase that shows the author's positive tone about the plan.
[2 marks]3.
Which language technique does the author use to make the transportation plan seem beneficial?
Aa) Rhetorical question
Bb) Emotive language
Cc) Statistics
Dd) Anecdote
4.
How does the article mention critics' opinions? Does it present them fairly?
[2 marks]5.
Identify one word or phrase in the article that indicates a positive bias.
[2 marks]6.
What is the author's tone in the article? Support your answer with a sentence or phrase.
[2 marks]7.
Describe one way the article could be more balanced in presenting both sides of the issue.
[4 marks]8.
Analyze the use of adjectives in the article. How do they influence the reader's perception?
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