Inverted Pyramid

Which type of article uses the inverted pyramid?

• News

• Feature

• Editorial

What is at the top of the inverted pyramid (what goes first?)

• Additional Info

• Quote

• Lead

• Caption

What type of information goes in the additional info (second section) of the inverted pyramid?

• Who, what, when, where

• why and/or how

• a photo caption

• a lead-in

What type of article uses the inverted pyramid

• news

• feature

• editorial

Why do news journalists use the inverted pyramid? (Select all that apply)

• People can stop reading at any time

• Make this type of reporting unique

• Editors can cut off least important details to fit on a page

• The design works better when placing on a page.

The style of writing we use for reporting or articles is called...

• The Great Circle

• The Inverted Pyramid

• The Upside Down Square

• The Holy Triangle

What part of the inverted pyramid tells the audience the essential facts of the 5 Ws?

• Nut Graph

• Lead

• Closing

• Body

This is one of the benefits of using the inverted pyramid wherein the writers can quickly form a mental model and a general understanding of the article, making it easier to understand the details that follow.

• Decrease interaction cost

• Encourage scrolling

• Improve comprehension

• Support readers who skim

What is the primary characteristic of the inverted pyramid style?

• The most important information is placed at the end of the story.

• The story begins with background details and builds to the climax.

• The most critical information is presented at the beginning, followed by less important details.

• Equal emphasis is placed on all parts of the story.

Which of these stories is best suited for the inverted pyramid format?

• A breaking news story about a natural disaster.

• A feature on the life of a local artist.

• A political analysis article.

• A profile piece on a community leader.