Newspaper Features Quiz

What is the purpose of a headline in a newspaper?

• To provide detailed information about the main news story.

• To advertise products and services.

• To entertain readers with jokes and anecdotes.

• To grab the reader's attention and provide a brief summary of the main news story.

Which newspaper feature provides in-depth coverage of a specific topic?

• special report

• headline news

• opinion column

• news brief

What is the main difference between a headline and a feature article?

• A headline is written by a journalist, while a feature article is written by an editor.

• A headline is a type of feature article.

• A headline is a longer and more in-depth piece, while a feature article is a short summary.

• A headline is a short summary, while a feature article is a longer and more in-depth piece.

What is the typical length of a headline?

• 10-20 characters

• 50-70 characters

• 80-100 characters

• 30-40 characters

What is the purpose of a subheadline in a newspaper?

• The purpose of a subheadline in a newspaper is to attract attention with a catchy phrase.

• The purpose of a subheadline in a newspaper is to highlight advertisements and promotions.

• The purpose of a subheadline in a newspaper is to provide additional information or summarize the main headline.

• The purpose of a subheadline in a newspaper is to provide detailed information about the author.

What are some common elements found in a feature article?

• boring headline, uninteresting introduction, irrelevant body paragraphs, no quotes or sources, plain language, abrupt ending

• no headline, no introduction, no body paragraphs, no quotes or sources, no descriptive language, no conclusion

• short and vague introduction, irrelevant body paragraphs, no quotes or sources, plain language, abrupt ending

• catchy headline, engaging introduction, informative body paragraphs, quotes from experts or sources, descriptive language, conclusion

What is the purpose of a lead in a feature article?

• To list the sources used in the article.

• To grab the reader's attention and provide a brief summary of the article's main points.

• To introduce the author of the article.

• To provide background information on the topic.

What is the role of quotes in a feature article?

• Quotes in a feature article are used to make the article longer and fill up space.

• Quotes in a feature article serve to provide evidence, support claims, and add credibility to the information presented.

• Quotes in a feature article are used to express the author's personal opinions.

• Quotes in a feature article are used to add unnecessary information and confuse the reader.

What is the purpose of a byline in a newspaper?

• To advertise a product or service

• To credit the author or journalist

• To provide contact information for the author

• To highlight the main points of the article

What are some common types of feature articles?

• fictional features

• scientific features

• opinion features

• news features, human interest features, profile features, and how-to features