1) Read the article to make sure you understand what it is talking about

1) Read the article to make sure you understand what it is talking about.  

2)Write a paragraph (200 words) summarizing the article. Be sure you have factual information included in your summary. Make sure you state where you found your article (which newspaper / online source), the author and the date of the article.  

3)Write a paragraph (300 words) with your opinion on the article.  

What did you think about the article? If the article made you feel a certain way, share your thoughts. How can you relate the articles with the topics you learnt in university?

Some ideas to consider, depending on the type of article you choose:  

- Do you agree / disagree with what is being said?  

- Did you learn something new?  

- Are you more informed about what is going on in your area, the nation, the world?  

- Has the article inspired you?  

- Does the article leave you wanting to "take action" and do something?