Newspaper Terms
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the first page of the newspaper called?
Back
Front page - It contains the most important, relevant, or current news stories.
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CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the large text that grabs attention at the top of an article?
Back
Headline - It is designed to attract readers' attention.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a sub headline in a newspaper article?
Back
Sub headline - It provides extra information about what the article will be about, located below the main headline.
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CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What do we call the text that describes what is happening in a photo?
Back
Photo caption - It explains the context or details of the image.
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CCSS.RI.1.5
CCSS.RI.2.5
CCSS.RI.K.5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the line that indicates the place and date of a story's origin?
Back
Dateline - It provides essential information about where and when the news was reported.
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CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What section of the newspaper typically contains sports news?
Back
Sports section - This part focuses on sports-related articles and updates.
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CCSS.L.11-12.1B
CCSS.L.11-12.3A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a teaser in a newspaper?
Back
Teaser - A short, intriguing statement or question that encourages readers to look for more information.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
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