Chapter 11,12,13 Flashcards
What are the characteristics of a feature story
Lighter, more human, does it have to be related to the news event, no inverted pyramid, many details
What is a News Peg
Can be pegged to a specific news item and publish the same day as the news story
What question should a personality profile answer
Who they are; their backstory
How does timeliness apply to a feature story
Evergreen – there is no time element involved; published at any time
A feature writer should not express opinions but can express what
Tone
What is a reason for bad sports writing
Overuse of trite expressions or slanguage that stem from sports jar gone
Can sports writers express opinions
Yes they should be objective
Since the sporting event has already happened the writer must do what and create a word picture
Interpret
What is the most important part of covering the game
Cover winning and losing teams, Aim for broad balance coverage, right sports shorts to provide a record
How is post game story different from pregame or game story
Post – almost always follow the same pattern; focus on interviews; untangles confused events; no summary lead – – – pregame – get info on opposing teams; include athletes conditions; keep detailed; watch for turning posts
What are the nine purposes of editorials
To explain, to persuade, to warn, to entertain, to briefly comment, to answer, to criticize, to praise, to lead
An editorial that criticizes must offer what
Helpful suggestions
What is point counterpoint
Showcase opinion articles with opposing views side by side
What is the purpose of a review
Make comparisons and evaluate, don’t give plot away, rating devices
What should the introduction to an editorial include
It should state the background needed briefly
