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Explain the concept of the Inverted Pyramid - Answers -Begin with the most important
information at the start of your article
Introductory paragraph should highlight the basics: who, what, where, when, how, and
why
The body further explains the introduction: gives evidence, expands, etc.
What is the importance of the lead sentence and lead paragraph? - Answers -The
opening paragraph gives the audience the most important information of the news story
in a concise and clear manner, while still maintaining the readers' interest.
Hooks the reader
Explain the concept of the narrative, anecdotal lead in feature
articles and profiles - Answers -For a profile article, a narrative, anecdotal lead helps
paint the picture of the person you are describing and further connects the reader to
their life
For a feature article, a narrative, anecdotal lead is an effective way to set-up describing
an issue by bringing up the people affected by said issue
Explain the concept and importance of the nut graf. - Answers -Tells readers why they
should care about the story and why it is important/worth reading more about
Gives gist of the story early (first paragraph)
Describe aspects of broadcast journalism. - Answers -Work well under pressure
Dealing with deadlines
simple, short stories - packages are usually about 130-2 minutes
If an anchor/reporter has an accent, they are required to lose it.
Timeliness is important for daily newscasts
VO = voice over when the anchor reads over a picture of a full screen; their face is not
shown on camera at that time - however the images have no sound
VO to sound bite - anchor speaks over a tape with sound
Package stories-anchor or reporter lead in, introduces story and reporter for
prerecorded piece-video, sound bites, voiceovers, stand up from reporter who explains,
summarizes story.
Live shots—anchor introduces reporter who does a stand up, interview, or an intro to
their package.
What was the important 1964 United States Supreme Court case on
Defamation? - Answers -New York Times Co. v. Sullivan
, restricted the ability of American public officials to sue for defamation
New York Times Co. v. Sullivan, legal case in which, on March 9, 1964, the U.S.
Supreme Court ruled unanimously (9-0) that, for a libel suit to be successful, the
complainant must prove that the offending statement was made with " 'actual malice'—
that is, with knowledge that it was false or with reckless disregard of whether it was
false or not." Specifically, the case involved an advertisement that appeared in The New
York Times in March 1960 that outlined how African Americans had been oppressed
and that asked readers to contribute money to the struggle to end racial segregation in
the South.
Give the definition of actual malice in defamation lawsuits. - Answers -The Supreme
Court has defined actual malice as actual knowledge that the statement is false or
reckless disregard for the truth.
Explain the difference between public figures and public officials, and private figures for
purposes of defamation suits? - Answers -Public figures: a person who has pervasive
power and influence in society and is therefore a public figure for purposes of
defamation law (the President's wife)
Public officials: According to many courts, a public official is a government employee
who has, or appears to the public to have, a significant role in the business of
government and public affairs, (The President)
In libel cases, plaintiffs who are public figures or officials have to meet a more stringent
standard (actual malice) than do private citizens (negligence) if they are to collect
damages.
Actual malice: with knowledge that it was false or with reckless disregard of whether it
was false or not
Private figures: If the plaintiff is a private figure, the First Amendment does not impose
any restriction on the liability standards that states may adopt.
A private figure is one who has not sought out the public spotlight—nor had it shone on
them unwillingly. A private figure must only prove that the false statement about her was
made with ordinary negligence (i.e. that a reasonable person would have known the
statement was false).
What career track should someone take to become a journalist? - Answers -Study
Journalism in school
Start in a small market, (small town newspaper, network, etc.)
Work your way up in larger and larger markets while you establish your credibility
What are some of the most important skills, qualities, and qualifications of a journalist? -
Answers -Good writer
Create a website
Credible
Consistently uses credible and reliable sources
What are the characteristics and elements of feature writing? - Answers -Focuses on an
issue
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