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What is the maximum word limit for a straight news lead?
What is the maximum word limit for a straight news lead?
- 15 words
- 25 words
- 35 words
- 30 words (correct)
According to Rule #2, where should the lead's first verb be placed?
According to Rule #2, where should the lead's first verb be placed?
- Among the lead's first five words
- Among the lead's first seven words (correct)
- Among the lead's first three words
- Among the lead's first ten words
What type of voice should the lead's first verb use according to Rule #3?
What type of voice should the lead's first verb use according to Rule #3?
- Passive voice
- Imperative voice
- Active voice (correct)
- Subjunctive voice
According to Rule #4, what should the lead give some indication of?
According to Rule #4, what should the lead give some indication of?
When should the attribution be placed according to Rule #6?
When should the attribution be placed according to Rule #6?
Which of the following best summarizes the requirements for a straight news lead?
Which of the following best summarizes the requirements for a straight news lead?
According to Rule #2, where should the lead's first verb be placed?
According to Rule #2, where should the lead's first verb be placed?
Which type of voice should the lead's first verb use according to Rule #3?
Which type of voice should the lead's first verb use according to Rule #3?
If there’s a 'who' involved in the story, what should the lead give some indication of according to Rule #4?
If there’s a 'who' involved in the story, what should the lead give some indication of according to Rule #4?
When should the attribution be placed according to Rule #6?
When should the attribution be placed according to Rule #6?
What is the purpose of the second paragraph in a news story for a speech?
What is the purpose of the second paragraph in a news story for a speech?
According to the guidelines, where should the lead's first verb be placed in a news story for a speech?
According to the guidelines, where should the lead's first verb be placed in a news story for a speech?
What should the rest of the news story for a speech include, as per the provided guidelines?
What should the rest of the news story for a speech include, as per the provided guidelines?
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