1) What would the format of an editoral be (like Title by:______) and would it have columns?
2) How long would it be, a page?
3) Also, would an editoral consist of the thoughts of the writer and their opinion? Before the writer talks about thier opinion would they give an insight on the news, like place, and time?
And, also an article about a (court?) case, in the Op-Ed section of the New York Times?
You should read through many editorials to see what they are like. Read many, from different newspapers and by different authors.
http://www.nytimes.com/pages/opinion/index.html?8dpc
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/opinions/?nid=roll_opinmain
http://www.latimes.com/news/opinion/
http://www.pe.com/localnews/opinion/
Usually editorials are not signed. They are often two columns in width -- so they are wider than other news articles and opinion pieces.
The length of editorials varies -- depending upon the subject and the publication. A rough average might be around 500 words.
Number 3 is right.
1) The format of an editorial typically involves a clear title followed by the writer's name or byline (e.g., "Title by: John Smith"). While editorials can vary in structure, they typically do not have columns in the traditional sense. Instead, they often consist of a single block of text organized into paragraphs for readability.
2) The length of an editorial can vary greatly depending on the publication and the specific topic being discussed. However, editorials are generally longer than a typical news article and can range from a few hundred words to a couple of pages. The ideal length of an editorial usually depends on the nature of the topic and the publication's guidelines.
3) Yes, the main purpose of an editorial is to express the writer's thoughts and opinion on a particular issue. Before sharing their opinion, it is common for the writer to provide background information, context, and insight into the news event or topic being discussed. This helps readers understand the context and reasoning behind the writer's opinion. However, it is worth noting that good editorials often support their arguments with evidence, facts, and logical reasoning, making them more persuasive and impactful.