Which feature signals that a piece is an opinion piece rather than a news article?

• A. Editorial section clearly labeled
• B. Byline with author name
• C. Quotes from sources
• D. Neutral tone

Answer: (A)

The key signal is that it appears in the editorial section and is clearly labeled. Editorials are written to express a viewpoint and persuade readers, rather than to report events objectively. News articles aim for a neutral, fact-based tone and present information without advocating a position. While bylines and quotes can appear in both types, the explicit labeling of the piece as an editorial directly marks it as opinion. So the editorial section clearly labeled is the strongest cue that the piece is opinion rather than news.