Newsworthiness Flashcards

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What is extraordinariness?

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Extremely good, impressive, unusual or different from the ordinary

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What is sensationalism?

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The style of writing that is exaggerated, emotive, or controversial

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What is relevance?

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When the news is targeted to a specific audience

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What is emotive language?

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Language that reflects the tone of the writer and provokes emotional response from the reader

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What is a euphemism?

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To make thinks look easier or less important than what they really are

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What is vague language?

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Not using precise language, therefore, not giving a full picture

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