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Journalistic Writing Practice Sheet
Introduction
Journalism is the activity of gathering, assessing, creating, and presenting news and information. It is also the product of these activities. This practice sheet will help you understand the basics of journalistic writing.
What is Journalism?
Journalism is the activity of gathering, assessing, creating, and presenting news and information. It is also the product of these activities. Journalists are expected to be impartial and objective, and to adhere to high standards of accuracy and integrity.
The Basics of Journalism
Journalism is based on five core principles: accuracy, objectivity, fairness, balance, and timeliness. Journalists must strive to be accurate in their reporting, and to report the facts in an objective and balanced manner. They must also be fair and timely in their reporting.
Types of Journalism
There are several different types of journalism, including investigative journalism, feature writing, opinion writing, and news reporting. Each type of journalism has its own set of rules and guidelines.
Writing a News Story
When writing a news story, it is important to focus on the facts and to avoid unnecessary details. A news story should include a headline, the five W's (who, what, when, where, and why), and a conclusion.
Writing an Opinion Piece
When writing an opinion piece, it is important to make sure that the opinion is clearly stated and that the facts are presented in a balanced and fair manner. An opinion piece should include a headline, a clear opinion, facts and evidence to support the opinion, and a conclusion.
Writing a Feature
When writing a feature, it is important to focus on a particular person, place, or event. A feature should include a headline, an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.
Practice Questions
- What is the purpose of journalism?
- What are the five core principles of journalism?
- What are the different types of journalism?
- What should a news story include?
- What should an opinion piece include?
- What should a feature include?
- What is the difference between an opinion piece and a news story?
- What are the benefits of journalistic writing?
- What are the challenges of journalistic writing?
- How can you ensure accuracy when writing a news story?