Lesson 3: Journalistic Writing Flashcards
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This is designed to inform the reader about current events or issues.
Journalistic writing
This writing style is characterized by a direct, straightforward tone, clear and concise language, and attention to detail.
Journalistic writing
These are the four types of journalistic writing.
News stories, Opinion articles, Feature articles, Sports news
This type of journalistic writing is found in daily newspapers and informs readers of current events worldwide. It follows the inverted pyramid structure.
News story
This type of article mainly reflects a columnist’s or a writer’s views about an issue or topic. It is found in magazines or newspapers and promotes a single viewpoint.
Opinion article
This article is about any subject, such as lifestyle, art, music, home, and human interest.
Feature article
These are the four components of a feature article.
Title (headline), Lead, Body, Conclusion
This part of a feature article is the first opportunity to grab a reader’s attention.
Title (headline)
This part of a feature article sustains the reader’s interest.
Lead
This part of a feature article contains logically arranged facts and supporting details that expand on the lead.
Body
This part of a feature article summarizes and links to the lead while drawing action or reaction from readers.
Conclusion
This type of journalistic writing focuses on sports-related events or tournaments, from amateur to professional levels.
Sports news
This type of sports story is an advanced story about a sports event with background information on teams.
Pre-game story
This type of sports story recounts the play-by-play activities of a game.
Game story
This type of sports feature is written after the event, such as a sideline story or analysis.
Post-game story
What is the main difference between a news story and an opinion article?
A news story presents facts objectively, while an opinion article expresses the writer’s personal views.
Why is the headline important in a feature article?
It grabs the reader’s attention and provides a glimpse of what the article is about.
What is the purpose of a sports news article?
To report on sports events, analyze game results, and provide insights on teams and players.
What does a pre-game story provide?
Background information on teams and an analysis before the game occurs.
What does a pre-game story provide?
Background information on teams and an analysis before the game occurs.
What type of article covers the events as they happen in a sports match?
Game story
What is the purpose of a post-game story?
To analyze or provide insights on the outcome of a game after it has taken place.
This is a type of writing that informs people about current events.
News story
This article expresses the writer’s viewpoint on an issue.
Opinion article
