Editing & Headlines
What is a headline?
A short title that tells readers what a story is about and grabs their attention.
What is an interview?
A conversation in which someone asks questions to gather information.
What is the purpose of a yearbook?
To document and preserve memories, people, events, and activities from the school year.
What is a candid photo?
A natural photo taken when the subject is not deliberately posing.
What is a lead in journalism?
The opening part of a story that gives the reader the most important or interesting information.
"The students was excited about homecoming."
The students were excited about homecoming.
What is an open-ended question?
A question that requires more than a simple yes or no answer.
What is a yearbook caption?
Text that explains what is happening in a photograph and gives additional information.
What is a close-up photograph?
A photo taken very close to the subject to show details.
What is a story angle?
The specific focus or perspective a journalist chooses for a story.
Which is a stronger headline?
A. "Football Game"
B. "Tigers Rally for a Friday Night Victory"
B. "Tigers Rally for a Friday Night Victory."
Which is a better interview question:
A. "Did you like the football game?"
B. "What was your favorite part of the football game?"
B. "What was your favorite part of the football game?"
Why is it important to spell students' names correctly in a yearbook?
Names identify people and help preserve an accurate record of the school year.
Why should a yearbook photographer avoid blurry photos?
Blurry photos are difficult to see and do not clearly capture the moment.
What does composition mean in photography?
The way people, objects, and other elements are arranged in a photograph.
Why should journalists proofread their work before publishing?
To find spelling, grammar, punctuation, factual, and formatting errors.
Why should journalists ask follow-up questions?
To get more details, explanations, examples, and interesting information.
What is a yearbook spread?
Two facing pages that are designed together as one visual and storytelling unit.
What is photo composition?
The way people and objects are arranged within a photograph.
What is an editorial?
An article that expresses an opinion about an issue or topic.
What is a lead in journalism?
The opening part of a news story that introduces the most important or interesting information.
What is a direct quote?
The exact words spoken by a person, written inside quotation marks.
What is a yearbook theme?
A central idea or visual concept that connects the yearbook's design, content, and pages.
Name three things that can make a strong yearbook photo.
Possible answers include good lighting, clear focus, interesting composition, emotion, action, appropriate background, and capturing a meaningful moment.
What does it mean when a journalist editorializes?
To insert personal opinions or judgments into a story instead of simply reporting the facts.