Journalism Review

There are several differences between traditional English essays and journalistic stories. Check all the differences we discussed.

• English essays are typically longer

• Journalism stories get to the point as fast as possible

• English writing uses periods

• Opinions can be included in English essays, but not journalism stories

In LQTQ format, what does the L stand for?

• Letter

• Lead

• Let's go

• Little

In LQTQ format, what does the Q stand for?

• Quiz

• Question

• Quote

• Quiet

The first sentence in a news story is called a news...

(a)  

How many paragraphs would this story be?

LQTQTQTQTQTQTQ

• 14

• 8

• 22

• 5

What is the purpose of including quotes in a news story?

What is the purpose of our transition paragraphs? What should be included there?

What is the job of a journalist? Check all that apply.

• Tell information the public wants and needs to know.

• Go beyond the obvious facts.

• Let everyone know what they think about the topic.

• Dig and research to find what's below the surface.

• Interview individuals impacted or knowledgeable about the topic.

A dream Mrs. Daley has is to drive a (a)   to work every day.

How is your day going?

• Amazing! It's a great Tuesday.

• Pretty good - few complaints.

• Ehh, I've got some tough stuff going on.

• Absolutely horrible.