Introduction to Broadcast News Scripts

Introduction to Broadcast News Scripts

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Journalism

12th Grade

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Easy

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Nicholas Beshiri

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1.

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What is a broadcast news script?

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A blueprint for news segments.

2.

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What is the purpose of a broadcast news script?

Back

Guides anchors, reporters, production teams.

3.

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What are the main sections of a news script?

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Headline, lead, body, tagline.

4.

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Why is a compelling headline important?

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It's the first thing viewers see or hear.

5.

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What are the characteristics of a good headline?

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Concise and engaging, uses strong verbs and vivid language, accurately reflects the main story point.

6.

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What is a lead in a news script?

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The opening sentence or paragraph of the script.

7.

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What is the purpose of a lead?

Back

Summarizes the most important information.

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