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Which quality is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of a good editorial?
Which quality is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of a good editorial?
What is the primary purpose of the editorial of entertainment?
What is the primary purpose of the editorial of entertainment?
Which characteristic is associated with the clarity of style in editorials?
Which characteristic is associated with the clarity of style in editorials?
According to Reddick, what is a crucial moral aspect of editorials?
According to Reddick, what is a crucial moral aspect of editorials?
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What does the editorial of interpretation primarily do?
What does the editorial of interpretation primarily do?
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Which of the following is NOT an editorial type discussed?
Which of the following is NOT an editorial type discussed?
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How does the character of a good editorial influence its effectiveness?
How does the character of a good editorial influence its effectiveness?
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What challenge does Philippine education currently face in terms of population education?
What challenge does Philippine education currently face in terms of population education?
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What should a sports writer avoid using in their writing?
What should a sports writer avoid using in their writing?
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What is the main objective of a follow-up story in sports journalism?
What is the main objective of a follow-up story in sports journalism?
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Which of the following best describes the tone of a sports column?
Which of the following best describes the tone of a sports column?
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How must a sports writer approach reporting on their favorite team?
How must a sports writer approach reporting on their favorite team?
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What type of information should a sports writer furnish during a follow-up story?
What type of information should a sports writer furnish during a follow-up story?
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What is a key responsibility of a sports writer when reporting on games?
What is a key responsibility of a sports writer when reporting on games?
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Which type of writing allows sports writers more freedom in expressing opinions?
Which type of writing allows sports writers more freedom in expressing opinions?
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What practice should sports writers follow regarding prediction statements?
What practice should sports writers follow regarding prediction statements?
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What is the recommended way to write the dates in a headline?
What is the recommended way to write the dates in a headline?
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Which punctuation should be used to replace 'and' in headlines?
Which punctuation should be used to replace 'and' in headlines?
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What is the rule regarding the spelling of words in American English according to the guidelines?
What is the rule regarding the spelling of words in American English according to the guidelines?
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What are proper nouns allowed to be written as in headlines?
What are proper nouns allowed to be written as in headlines?
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Which punctuation is NOT recommended for headlines in large types?
Which punctuation is NOT recommended for headlines in large types?
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What must a sportswriter primarily focus on during a play-by-play account?
What must a sportswriter primarily focus on during a play-by-play account?
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What do lead stories primarily focus on?
What do lead stories primarily focus on?
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Which aspect is NOT essential for brief sports stories?
Which aspect is NOT essential for brief sports stories?
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What is a key characteristic of sports features?
What is a key characteristic of sports features?
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In advance sports stories, reporters should include which information?
In advance sports stories, reporters should include which information?
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What is one of the facts a reporter must gather for an in-depth sports story?
What is one of the facts a reporter must gather for an in-depth sports story?
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Which type of reporting would NOT focus on the celebratory aspects of the game?
Which type of reporting would NOT focus on the celebratory aspects of the game?
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Why is timing important for sportswriters during event coverage?
Why is timing important for sportswriters during event coverage?
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What is a primary characteristic of a good editorial?
What is a primary characteristic of a good editorial?
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What should an editorial avoid in its writing style?
What should an editorial avoid in its writing style?
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What is the main purpose of an editorial of information?
What is the main purpose of an editorial of information?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of an editorial writer?
Which of the following is NOT a function of an editorial writer?
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An editorial represents the opinion of whom?
An editorial represents the opinion of whom?
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Why is avoiding mere opinion important in editorial writing?
Why is avoiding mere opinion important in editorial writing?
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What kind of editorial aims to interpret or criticize an issue?
What kind of editorial aims to interpret or criticize an issue?
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Which aspect is typically NOT included in an editorial's purpose?
Which aspect is typically NOT included in an editorial's purpose?
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What is the primary focus of the inverted pyramid structure in journalism?
What is the primary focus of the inverted pyramid structure in journalism?
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What is the significance of checking attributions in journalism?
What is the significance of checking attributions in journalism?
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Which of the following is a guideline to avoid errors in headline writing?
Which of the following is a guideline to avoid errors in headline writing?
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Why is it important to challenge facts that appear anomalous in journalism?
Why is it important to challenge facts that appear anomalous in journalism?
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What does 'cutting a story to size' refer to in journalism?
What does 'cutting a story to size' refer to in journalism?
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Which punctuation is counted as 1 ½ units in headline writing?
Which punctuation is counted as 1 ½ units in headline writing?
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What should a journalist avoid when writing headlines?
What should a journalist avoid when writing headlines?
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How should journalists handle errors in fact during the writing process?
How should journalists handle errors in fact during the writing process?
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Study Notes
Editorial Writing
- An editorial is a newspaper's official stance on a relevant issue or development.
- It's a commentary written by the editor outlining the newspaper or staff's opinion on various aspects of a significant, typically contemporary, issue.
- The editorial's purpose is to inform, influence, or entertain readers, representing the publication's perspective, not necessarily an individual editor's.
- Editorials, according to some sources, are articles in a newspaper expressing opinions or perspectives of the newspaper's leadership.
- Editorials can also be a means of conveying the collective conscience, cause, and convictions of the public.
- Modern editorials sometimes offer analysis, clarification without any specific opinion.
Functions of an Editorial Writer
- Explaining the news
- Providing background information
- Forecasting the future
- Passing judgment on the news
Types of Editorials
- Editorials of information: Provide information previously unknown to the reader.
- Editorials of interpretation: Explain the significance of recent occurrences or issues.
- Editorials of criticism: Point out the good or bad aspects of a problem or issue.
- Editorials of commendation: Acknowledge and praise remarkable achievements of an organization or individual.
- Editorials of argumentation: Attempt to convince the reader to adopt the editor's stand regarding the issue.
- Editorials of entertainment: Aim to evoke laughter or smiles while subtly suggesting a truth.
- Mood editorials: Focus on philosophy and emotion rather than debate.
- Special occasion editorials: Examine the importance of a particular date or event.
How to Write an Editorial
- Develop a single, relevant idea.
- Structure the editorial: introduction, body, and conclusion.
- Employ an engaging lead to captivate the reader.
- The body supports the central theme with facts and analysis.
- The conclusion succinctly summarizes the main argument.
Editorial Column
- Provide opinion and interpretation on issues.
- Help form public opinion.
- Offer information and insight on subjects.
- Offer analysis of events and issues.
Editorial Cartooning
- Editorial cartoons are illustrations expressing an opinion or viewpoint.
- Cartoons use caricature and lampooning to express opinion and interpretation.
- Different types of cartoons exist, including mood, special occasion, and those focused of reporting on a particular event.
- Cartoons use symbolism and exaggeration to convey the central points and critique events, situations, people, or institutions.
Sports Writing
- Sports writing focuses on reporting athletic events.
- Styles vary across different sports, but all aim to convey a sense of excitement and drama.
- In order to be compelling athletes and coaches are interviewed.
- Sports writers report on scores, plays, key moments during, and post game, as well as other significant events, people, and news connected to the event or players.
Parts of a News Story
- The headline (concise summary)
- The lead (highlights key information)
- The body (details and supporting evidence)
- The conclusion (summary and/or call to action).
Headlining and Copyreading
- Headlines are a vital part of a newspaper, offering a snapshot of the news and drawing attention.
- They should summarize the news concisely and, importantly, accurately.
- In copyreading, the copyeditor plays a crucial role in ensuring accuracy and avoiding mistakes in writing.
Copyediting and Proofreading
- Copyediting is the process of reviewing and correcting a manuscript for accuracy and consistency.
- Proofreading involves scrutinizing a printed piece for errors, such as typos, grammatical issues, and factual inconsistencies.
- Each process targets specific issues during the publishing process, ensuring accuracy and professional quality. Copy editing happens before print, while proofreading happens after.
Preparing the Page Makeup
- Page layout refers to the arrangement of text, images, and advertisements/ads on a page, balancing aesthetics and functionality.
- Effective page layout techniques enhance readability, draw attention to key elements, and present information clearly.
- Different types of page designs help to highlight, enhance, or otherwise, highlight content within the page.
- The layout must be clear and easy to the reader in order to convey the message effectively.
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