Writing Feature Stories

What are feature stories in newspapers?

• Advertisements promoting products or services.

• Opinion pieces written by journalists.

• Short news articles that cover a wide range of topics.

• In-depth articles that focus on a specific topic or issue.

What is the purpose of feature stories in newspapers?

• The purpose of feature stories in newspapers is to promote products and services.

• The purpose of feature stories in newspapers is to report breaking news.

• The purpose of feature stories in newspapers is to provide personal opinions and biases.

• The purpose of feature stories in newspapers is to entertain, inform, and engage readers by providing a deeper understanding of a particular topic or issue.

What are the key elements of a feature story?

• catchy headline, background information, statistical data, and a call to action

• boring introduction, irrelevant details, no quotes, and an abrupt ending

• uninteresting lead, lack of human interest, vague descriptions, and no conclusion

• compelling lead, human interest, descriptive details, quotes, and a strong conclusion

How are feature stories different from news articles?

• Feature stories are more focused on providing factual information about current events, while news articles are more focused on human interest and storytelling.

• Feature stories and news articles are the same thing.

• Feature stories are more focused on human interest and storytelling, while news articles provide factual information about current events.

• Feature stories are shorter in length compared to news articles.

What are some common types of feature stories?

• human interest stories, profiles, trend stories, and investigative stories

• fiction stories, poetry, and essays

• sports stories, weather reports, and obituaries

• news stories, opinion pieces, and editorials

What is the structure of a feature story?

• The structure of a feature story is descriptive.

• The structure of a feature story is expository.

• The structure of a feature story is argumentative.

• The structure of a feature story is narrative.

How can a writer make a feature story engaging for readers?

• By including excessive and unnecessary details that bore the readers.

• By using complex and convoluted plotlines that confuse the readers.

• By using monotonous and repetitive language that fails to captivate the readers.

• By using compelling storytelling techniques, creating relatable characters, incorporating vivid descriptions, adding suspense or conflict, and addressing universal themes or emotions.

What are some tips for conducting interviews for a feature story?

• Some tips for conducting interviews for a feature story include: 1. Prepare a list of questions beforehand to guide the interview. 2. Research the interviewee and their background to ask informed questions. 3. Create a comfortable and relaxed environment for the interviewee. 4. Active listening is crucial to understand the interviewee's responses. 5. Ask open-ended questions to encourage detailed answers. 6. Take notes or record the interview for accurate reporting. 7. Follow up with any additional questions or clarifications after the interview. 8. Respect the interviewee's boundaries and privacy. 9. Maintain professionalism and objectivity throughout the interview process.

• 1. Conduct the interview in a noisy and distracting environment. 2. Ask only closed-ended questions that require short answers. 3. Neglect to research the interviewee and their background.

How can a writer choose a compelling topic for a feature story?

• By randomly selecting a topic without any research or consideration of the audience.

• By choosing a topic that is already widely covered and lacks a unique perspective.

• By ignoring the interests and needs of the target audience and focusing solely on personal preferences.

• By considering the interests and needs of the target audience, conducting research, and selecting a unique angle or perspective.

What are some ethical considerations when writing feature stories?

• Including personal opinions in the story

• Sharing confidential information without consent

• Ensuring accuracy and truthfulness, respecting privacy and confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, obtaining informed consent from sources, and being transparent about any biases or potential conflicts.

• Ignoring potential conflicts of interest