Six Tips to Help You Write Better Titles
1
Be specific: Tell the reader what you plan to deliver.
2
Promise a benefit: Let the reader know what's in it for them.
3
Nouns & Verbs: Paint pictures; avoid vague adjectives.
4
Cite number of steps: Offer a quick, quantified solution.
5
Ask a question: Provoke curiosity with thoughtful inquiry.
6
Use "New": Appeal to interest in new developments.
Analyze the Titles (8 Points)
1 Point Each
Directions: Analyze the following titles. Which tip or combination of tips did the writer use? Select the primary tip or combination from each dropdown menu.
A.Six Tips to Help You Write Better Titles
B.What You Should Know About Colds
C.Why Should We Pay Our Best Teachers More?
D.Twenty-five Tips for Good Health and Great Looks
E.Will This Man Control the Panama Canal?
F.How to Escape a Fire
G.New Ways to Help Your Child Excel in School
H.Problem Solving Made Easier