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Which type of news lead combines the most significant of the five W’s into one sentence?
Which type of news lead combines the most significant of the five W’s into one sentence?
What type of news lead withholds a significant piece of information, usually a person’s name, until the second paragraph?
What type of news lead withholds a significant piece of information, usually a person’s name, until the second paragraph?
Which type of news lead would be used when a news story names recognizable public figures or celebrities in the lead?
Which type of news lead would be used when a news story names recognizable public figures or celebrities in the lead?
What type of news lead eases into the topic with an engaging or meaningful anecdote?
What type of news lead eases into the topic with an engaging or meaningful anecdote?
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In which type of news lead is the information spread over two short paragraphs to make it easier to digest?
In which type of news lead is the information spread over two short paragraphs to make it easier to digest?
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What type of lead begins by dropping you right into the action?
What type of lead begins by dropping you right into the action?
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Which type of lead teases readers by withholding a key piece of information, then revealing it later?
Which type of lead teases readers by withholding a key piece of information, then revealing it later?
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What is the main characteristic of scene-setter leads?
What is the main characteristic of scene-setter leads?
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Which type of lead is a mini-story that points towards the bigger story being told?
Which type of lead is a mini-story that points towards the bigger story being told?
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In what year did architect Mark Seder start skateboarding at the age of 49?
In what year did architect Mark Seder start skateboarding at the age of 49?
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What are narrative leads compared to in the text?
What are narrative leads compared to in the text?
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What is the main purpose of scene-setter leads?
What is the main purpose of scene-setter leads?
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What is the main characteristic of blind leads?
What is the main characteristic of blind leads?
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What is a typical news brief written using?
What is a typical news brief written using?
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Which type of lead has the urgency of hard news?
Which type of lead has the urgency of hard news?
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What type of paragraph is helpful for feature stories but not necessary for every story?
What type of paragraph is helpful for feature stories but not necessary for every story?
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What did the man demand when he entered the Key Bank branch?
What did the man demand when he entered the Key Bank branch?
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How did the man leave the Key Bank branch after presenting the teller with a note?
How did the man leave the Key Bank branch after presenting the teller with a note?
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What was the man's mode of transportation after leaving the bank?
What was the man's mode of transportation after leaving the bank?
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How tall was the man described by the police?
How tall was the man described by the police?
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What was the man last seen wearing?
What was the man last seen wearing?
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What unusual feat did Ilker Yilmaz perform in Istanbul?
What unusual feat did Ilker Yilmaz perform in Istanbul?
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What sponsored the event where Ilker Yilmaz performed the unusual feat?
What sponsored the event where Ilker Yilmaz performed the unusual feat?
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According to 'THE PARTS OF A STORY: HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR FACTS EFFECTIVELY', what should be done after adding a solid nut graf?
According to 'THE PARTS OF A STORY: HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR FACTS EFFECTIVELY', what should be done after adding a solid nut graf?
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'ORGANIZING YOUR STORY: THE MOST COMMON SHAPES' advises writers to do what to avoid creating chaotic stories?
'ORGANIZING YOUR STORY: THE MOST COMMON SHAPES' advises writers to do what to avoid creating chaotic stories?
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'Different Styles of Writing: Wall Street Journal Formula' emphasizes keeping paragraphs:
'Different Styles of Writing: Wall Street Journal Formula' emphasizes keeping paragraphs:
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Study Notes
News Leads
- A summary lead combines the most significant of the five W's (who, what, when, where, and why) into one sentence.
- A delayed identification lead withholds a significant piece of information, usually a person's name, until the second paragraph.
- A celebrity lead is used when a news story names recognizable public figures or celebrities in the lead.
- A anecdotal lead eases into the topic with an engaging or meaningful anecdote.
- A split lead spreads information over two short paragraphs to make it easier to digest.
- An immediate lead begins by dropping you right into the action.
- A blind lead teases readers by withholding a key piece of information, then revealing it later.
Narrative Leads
- Narrative leads are compared to mini-stories that point towards the bigger story being told.
- The main characteristic of scene-setter leads is to set the tone and atmosphere of the story.
Story Organization
- After adding a solid nut graf, one should add more details to support the main point.
- To avoid creating chaotic stories, ORGANIZING YOUR STORY: THE MOST COMMON SHAPES advises writers to use a clear structure and organization.
- The Wall Street Journal Formula emphasizes keeping paragraphs short and concise.
Miscellaneous
- Mark Seder started skateboarding at the age of 49.
- Ilker Yilmaz performed an unusual feat in Istanbul, sponsored by Red Bull.
- A man demanded cash from the Key Bank branch, left on a skateboard, and was last seen wearing a black coat and a hat.
- The man was described as 5'8" tall by the police.
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Learn about basic news leads such as the summary lead and delayed identification lead used in news stories. Understand how the summary lead combines the most significant information into one sentence, while the delayed identification lead withholds a significant piece of information until the second paragraph.
