Writing News Articles: Weaving Major and Minor Details

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Which of the following is not a part of the Donts of News Writing Style as mentioned in the text?

Utilizing circumlocution

Employing vague words

Using colloquial language

Embracing contractions (correct)

What is circumlocution in the context of writing?

Directly expressing the meaning of a word or phrase

Indirectly expressing the meaning through many words (correct)

Using few words to express ideas

Avoiding subjective pronouns

Which type of ambiguity may be used intentionally to mislead a reader?

Syntactical ambiguity (correct)

Unintentional ambiguity

Necessary ambiguity

Semantical ambiguity

What is an example of a colloquial phrase that should be avoided in news writing?

'Basically speaking' Signup and view all the answers

What category of words should a journalist avoid in news writing due to their open interpretation or lack of precision?

Vague words Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective should be primarily used in news writing to ensure objectivity?

Third person perspective Signup and view all the answers

In news writing, what should 'cannot' replace to adhere to proper writing style?

'Can not' Signup and view all the answers

Why should circumlocution be avoided in writing?

To provide clarity and conciseness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for limiting the use of subjective pronouns in news writing?

To maintain impartiality Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue with using filler words like 'well' in news writing?

They detract from professionalism Signup and view all the answers

Writing News Articles: Weaving Major and Minor Details

Podcast

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is not a part of the Donts of News Writing Style as mentioned in the text?

What is circumlocution in the context of writing?

Which type of ambiguity may be used intentionally to mislead a reader?

What is an example of a colloquial phrase that should be avoided in news writing?

What category of words should a journalist avoid in news writing due to their open interpretation or lack of precision?

Which perspective should be primarily used in news writing to ensure objectivity?

In news writing, what should 'cannot' replace to adhere to proper writing style?

Why should circumlocution be avoided in writing?

What is the primary reason for limiting the use of subjective pronouns in news writing?

What is the main issue with using filler words like 'well' in news writing?

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