Allows the writer to become a storyteller and hint at interesting things to come.
300
The most important piece of information the writer want s to get across to the reader.
What is the central point?
300
The tornado destroyed their home.
What is a good example of using adjectives sparingly?
300
Ice Cream need not be good when it can be delicious.
What is Slide 5?
300
Free Writing
An exercise many professional writers employ to move the ideas in their heads onto the screen or paper.
400
Rumors of a strike at ABC Co. in Rockville, Texas, became a reality Monday when a majority of union workers citing unfair labor practices voted to strike.
Name a good summary line.
400
David Gregory, Host of ABC's "Meet the Press," walks across the White House lawn to shout a question at the departing President.
What is a poor example of using active words?
400
Remove all extra words and phrases.
What is cut clutter?
400
Hourglass Style
A combination of the inverted pyramid and narrative style
500
An alternative lead that supplies a twist.
What is the surprise lead?
500
First Paragraph- Start with conclusion.
Subsequent Paragraphs- Provide details of the story.
End- No ending required.
What is The Upside-Down Approach?
500
A paragraph that states the central point of the story.
What is a Nut Graph?
500
Associated Press Style (AP Style)
A style and usage guide used by newspapers and in the news industry in the United States