Feature Writing

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In personality stories, avoid such stereotyped information as favorite foods, favorite colors, and favorite movie stars.

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True

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Direct quotations should be used less than indirect ones for feature leads, since the interviewee will seldom give a dynamite quotation that summarizes the main points of the feature.

Back

True

Front

It is best to alternate paragraphs of direct quotations and paraphrase.

Back

False

Front

Avoid using the phrase "when asked".

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True

Front

It is normally best for the reporter to avoid any reference to hisself/herself in the story

Back

True

Front

Avoid whole paragraphs that describe personality. Generally, it is better to bring in a touch here and there throughout the story. True or False?

Back

True

Front

Use a synonym for "said" only when another word fits the meaning better.

Back

True

Front

Is "stated" always an appropriate synonym for "said"?

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False

Front

Is it necessary to attribute paragraphs of paraphrase?

Back

False

Front

It is usually best to place an attribution before the quote.

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False