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Journalism Article Types

Authored by Stephanie Tyler

Specialty, English, Education

7th - 8th Grade

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Journalism Article Types
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A news report of any length, usually presented in a straightforward style and without editorial comment. Most often written in inverted pyramid with a summary lead.

news story

feature story

editorial

review

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Story that is written to inform, but also to entertain. Sometimes the story behind the story, describing atmosphere, personalities, locations.

news story

feature story

editorial

review

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

an article in a newspaper or other periodical presenting the opinion of the publisher, editor, or editors. Does not receive a byline because it represents the opinion of the newspaper.

news story

feature story

editorial

review

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

An article critiquing an art form: movie, concert, recording, television program, book, art, restaurant.

news story

feature story

editorial

review

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

An article written about a sport. Could be an advance story, featuring an upcoming game or event; a coverage story, which tells the story of a just completed game, tournament or event; or a feature story about an athlete or athletes. Uses elements of both features and news writing.

news story

sports story

column

press release

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A signed article containing the writer's opinion.

letter to the editor

sports story

column

press release

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Written or recorded communication directed at members of the news media for the purpose of announcing something ostensibly newsworthy. Typically, they are mailed, faxed, or e-mailed to assignment editors at newspapers, magazines, radio stations, television stations, or television networks.

letter to the editor

sports story

column

press release

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