The Sydney Morning Herald

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was The Sydney Morning Herald built?1831
2. What is the original name?The Sydney Herald
3. What is the historical designation?Considered a newspaper of record for Australia
4. Why is the Sydney Morning Herald important?It has recorded Australia’s history, from the early colonies to a modern nation, and helps people stay informed.
5. How has the Sydney Morning Herald changed over time?It started as a broadsheet, later became a tabloid, and now offers both print and digital versions so readers can read anytime.

Masthead: The title of a newspaper, often displayed prominently at the top of the front page.
Tabloid Format: A newspaper size that is smaller and more compact than a traditional broadsheet.
Journalism: The activity or profession of writing for newspapers, magazines, or news websites, or broadcasting news.