Where to find news stories?
News Story Format
Content Structure
100

Where are news articles typically published?

National, local, or international news sections.

100

What is the first element of a news story that grabs attention?

The Headline

100

What part of a news story presents the most critical details first?

The beginning.

200

Who is responsible for writing news articles?

Journalists or reporters.

200

What paragraph answers the 5Ws and sometimes "how"?

The lead paragraph.

200

What section provides more quotes, facts, and background details?

The middle.

300

What type of journalist covers political news?

A political journalist.

300

What section provides supporting details in descending importance?

The body.

300

Where are future impacts or follow-up details included?

The end.

400

What should news stories avoid to remain objective?

Opinion.

400

What section wraps up the news article, sometimes hinting at future developments?

The conclusion

400

What key questions does the lead paragraph address?

Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How.

500

Where would you find breaking news in a newspaper or on a website?

The front page or top headlines section

500

What is the order in which news information is structured?

The inverted pyramid format.

500

What section provides factual support for the lead and expands on the story?

The body.

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