Types of Feature Article

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These are human-interest pieces that generally focus on people, places, and things

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Features story

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Features take a look at what's behind the news by exploring the _____?

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lives of people involved

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Washington Post memo on writing features: Show, don't tell.

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Show, don't tell.

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Tips for the feature writer: "Always give ___ to the source."

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credit

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Tips for the feature writer: "The writer should always decide the ____ of the article before beginning to write."

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purpose

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Feature Lead Writing: This is a vivid picture that takes the reader into the story.

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descriptive lead

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This type of feature story primarily plays on the emotions of the readers to make them smile, laugh, frown, or cry.

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human interest

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This type of feature story is a sketch that concerns the life, interests, and accomplishments of a well-known OR interesting person.

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personality profile

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This type of feature requires a great deal of research since its purpose is to present specialized knowledge about a particular subject.

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Informative feature

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What do you think this feature article is about?

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Food