Journalism and Informative Writing

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What does 'concise' mean in journalism?

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Saying something in as few words as possible.

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What are 'features' in journalism?

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Stories that are usually about less serious topics, often not time sensitive and can be more creative than 'hard news'.

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What is a 'headline'?

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The title of an article.

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What is an 'opinion article'?

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A persuasive article that can be written by a staff member or anyone else.

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What is the 'inverted pyramid structure'?

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A writing style where the most important information is in the lead, and the remaining information is presented in order of decreasing importance.

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What is a 'lede'?

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The opening sentence or paragraph of a news story that summarizes the main point.

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What is a 'news story'?

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A report on recent events or developments that is typically factual and objective.

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What is a 'tabloid'?

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A type of journalism that focuses on sensational news, often with a focus on celebrity gossip.

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What is a 'letter to the editor'?

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A written communication sent to a publication expressing the writer's opinion on a specific issue.

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What is an 'editorial'?

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An article that presents the opinion of the publication's editorial board.