Reading: Sample analysis — Short-answer questions

1. Mục tiêu buổi học

• Đọc passage mẫu về chủ đề báo chí – truyền thông, làm 8 câu short-answer questions.
• Theo từng bước: tìm keyword trong câu hỏi, xác định đoạn chứa đáp án, đối chiếu câu trong passage.
• Kiểm tra word limit trước khi viết đáp án, tránh chép cụm dài quá giới hạn.
• Nhận diện paraphrase giữa câu hỏi và passage, nhận ra trap (từ xuất hiện nhưng không phải đáp án).

2. Passage mẫu

A The first daily paper in Britain appeared in 1702, and by the early 20th century, newspapers had become an essential part of everyday life. National newspapers came out every morning, and regional ones covered local events in smaller towns and cities. Readers relied on journalists and reporters to bring them the news from around the world. The headline on the front page told people what the most important story of the day was.

B By the 1950s, television began to change how people received information. Families gathered to watch the news on a small screen in their living room. The BBC broadcast the first regular evening news programme in 1954, and soon other channels followed. Viewers could now see images of events as they happened, not just read about them the next day. Weather forecasts, chat shows, and documentary series also became popular. According to surveys from that period, many households preferred watching a short news bulletin to reading a long article in a paper.

C The Internet brought another major shift. In the late 1990s, newspapers started creating e-papers, allowing readers to access articles online instead of buying a printed copy. Mobile editions soon followed, so people could read the news on their phones during their commute. Online forums and podcasts gave ordinary citizens a voice, and celebrities began to share their opinions directly with fans through social media. Traditional journalists found themselves competing with bloggers and reality TV show hosts for attention.

D Today, most young adults get their news from social media rather than a physical newspaper. A recent study found that only 12 per cent of people under 30 read a printed paper regularly, compared to 58 per cent of those over 60. Weekly and monthly magazines have also struggled; several well-known titles stopped printing and moved entirely online. However, some regional papers continue to thrive because they focus on local stories that national outlets ignore. One reporter from a small-town paper explained that readers still value detailed reports about their own community, especially reviews of local events and adverts for nearby businesses.

E Despite these changes, many people believe quality journalism remains important. Investigative articles take weeks or months to research, and trained journalists follow strict ethical standards. In contrast, unverified stories can spread quickly on social media, leading to confusion. Some experts argue that society needs both traditional media and new platforms to function well. The challenge is finding a business model that supports serious reporting while adapting to how people consume information today.

3. Questions

Answer the questions below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

1. When did the first daily newspaper in Britain appear?
2. What did the headline on the front page tell readers?
3. Which organisation broadcast the first regular evening news programme in 1954?
4. What could viewers see on television that they could not get from newspapers?
5. Where do most young adults get their news today?
6. What percentage of people under 30 read a printed paper regularly?
7. Why do some regional papers continue to thrive?
8. How long can investigative articles take to research?

4. Answer key

5. Phân tích từng câu