contrasting two texts
about the first World's
Fair. He is reading an
article written about
the events held at the
fair as well as a first�hand account from a
person who attended
the fair. Lee takes
notes to keep track of
the similarities and
differences between
both texts.
Which difference is Lee
likely to note?
choose one
The article would be
longer than the first�hand account.
The article would be
better organized
than the first-hand
account.
The article would
summarize the
events at the fair
whereas the first�hand account would
explain each event
in detail.
The article would
focus on facts
whereas the firsthand account would
focus on personal
experiences.
1 answer
The difference Lee is likely to note is: The article would focus on facts whereas the first-hand account would focus on personal experiences.
This distinction highlights the difference in purpose and perspective between a journalistic article, which aims to inform readers with factual content, and a personal narrative, which typically conveys individual experiences and emotions.
