Definition
What is an announcement text?
A short message to give important information
Mention one purpose of an announcement!
Inform / invite / warn
What is the first part of an announcement?
Title / Heading
What tense is used in announcement text?
Simple present tense
Complete: “You are ______ to join the event.”
invited
Is an announcement text long or short?
Short
What is the purpose of a school competition announcement?
To inform and invite students
What information is in the detail part?
What, when, where, who
Is this correct? “The event starts at 8 a.m.”
Yes
What expression is used to give information?
Please be informed / We would like to inform
Who receives an announcement?
Many people / public
If we say “Be careful”, what is the purpose?
To warn
What comes after the title?
Details / explanation
Find the action verb: “Please bring your book.”
Bring
Which expression is correct for invitation?
You are invited to…
What is the main function of an announcement?
To give important information
Which purpose: “Join the meeting tomorrow”?
To invite
Is contact information always required?
No (optional)
Why are sentences short in announcements?
To make it clear and easy to understand
Complete: “Please be ______ that the event is canceled.”
informed
Why must an announcement be easy to understand?
Because people need to get information quickly
Why do people use announcements instead of long texts?
To deliver information quickly and clearly
Mention all parts of generic structure!
Title, details, contact, closing
Mention two language features of announcement text!
Simple present, short sentences, action verbs, time expression
Give one example of announcement expression!
Attention students / You are invited / etc.