This weekend saw the 161st Annual Boat Race between Oxford and Cambridge universities. How was this spectacle reported in the media? How was language used to exaggerate the action? | What do you learn about the demands facing athletes in this grueling race? |
Holly Hill, an athlete for Cambridge offered some of her thoughts and feelings and the race and its significance for women. What does she think and feel? Why?
Two years ago, a protester interrupted the race. Look how newspapers used headings and subheadings to report the story.
Compare how they've used language for effect. Have a look at these easier headings for some quick practice.
Two years ago, a protester interrupted the race. Look how newspapers used headings and subheadings to report the story.
Compare how they've used language for effect. Have a look at these easier headings for some quick practice.