Journalism Vocabulary

Journalism Vocabulary

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English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
W.6.2D, W.8.2D, RI.6.4

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the inverted pyramid structure in journalism?

Back

A writing style where the most important information is presented first, followed by supporting details in order of decreasing importance.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where should the least important information go in a newspaper article?

Back

In the conclusion, as it is the least critical part of the article.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a masthead in a newspaper?

Back

Information about the publisher and owner of the newspaper, usually found at the top of the editorial page.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a date line indicate in a news article?

Back

It shows when the news was reported or published, helping readers determine if the news is current.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.3.7

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a by-line in journalism?

Back

A line that names the author of the article, typically found just below the headline.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a headline in a newspaper?

Back

To grab the reader's attention and summarize the main point of the article.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a caption in journalism?

Back

A brief explanation or description accompanying an image or photograph in an article.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

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