News Leads Flashcard

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Why is writing effective news leads important in journalism?

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

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What is the best news lead to use?

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summary lead

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What is the inverted pyramid structure in news writing?

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The inverted pyramid structure in news writing is a method where the most important information is presented at the beginning of the article, followed by supporting details in descending order of importance.

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What are the 5Ws and H in news reporting?

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Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How

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Which type of writing structure is used to present the most important information first?

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Inverted pyramid

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What is the purpose of a summary lead in news writing?

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To provide a concise and engaging overview of the main points of the news story.

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Why is it important to include the 5Ws and H in a news lead?

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To provide essential information and engage readers.

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What is the main advantage of using the inverted pyramid structure in news writing?

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Presenting the most important information first.

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How can a news lead grab the reader's attention?

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By providing a unique angle or perspective, using strong and descriptive language, and addressing the reader's interests or concerns in 25 words or less.

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What goes after the Lead?

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A. The Why and How

B. Supporting details

C. Quotes from sources