Parts of a Newscast Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is an anchor?

The person who delivers the news story from the studio (correct)

Visual elements added to the news video

A human-interest story

Words that scroll across the bottom of the screen

What is a crawler?

Words that scroll across the bottom of the screen, usually about other news.

What defines a feature story?

A human-interest story that is usually not related to a major event and is not as time-sensitive as hard news.

What are graphics in a newscast?

Visual elements added to the news video, such as charts, maps, logos, and other images. Signup and view all the answers

What is a hard news story?

A story that deals with formal or serious topics and events. Signup and view all the answers

What is a lower third in broadcasting?

Words on the bottom of the screen that identify the person appearing on the screen. Signup and view all the answers

What is a MOS interview?

A man on the street interview in which opinions of the general public are gathered. Signup and view all the answers

What is an on-camera reporter?

A reporter who is filmed either talking to the camera or interviewing someone. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Newscast Components

Anchor: The primary individual who presents news stories from the studio, often the main face of the broadcast.
Crawler: A scrolling text feature at the bottom of the screen, displaying snippets of additional news or updates for viewers.
Feature: A type of story that focuses on human-interest angles, typically less urgent than hard news, and often not tied to recent major events.
Graphics: Enhancements for news broadcasts including charts, maps, and logos, serving to enrich visual storytelling and provide context to the information presented.
Hard News Story: Covers serious and formal topics, focusing on significant and timely events that require immediate reporting.
Lower Third: A graphic element at the bottom of the screen displaying the name and title of the person being featured, aiding viewer recognition and information clarity.
MOS Interview: A "man on the street" segment where reporters capture public opinions by interviewing everyday people to gain insights or gather reactions.
On-Camera Reporter: A journalist who appears directly on screen, engaging with the camera or conducting interviews, essential for live reporting and storytelling.

Description

This quiz features flashcards that cover essential terminologies found in a newscast. Each card provides a word along with its definition, helping students grasp the components of news delivery. Test your knowledge of news terminology and improve your understanding of broadcasting terminology.