Definitions
It is essay written by a journalist on a varied subject of human interest.
Feature Story/Feature
An article which explains how something is made, built, cooked, protected, purchased, or otherwise accomplished by an expert on the subject.
How-to Feature
It begins the article by describing a person, place, or event in vivid detail.
Descriptive lead
A type of editorial wherein issues are discussed lightly but often have a serious point gently and subtly suggested and sometimes satirically.
Editorial of Entertainment
True or False
Features do not have definite length.
True
It is short, striking a one-sentence lead.
Punch lead
A type of feature which tells some unusual true-to-life experiences and are usually written in the first person account
Personal Experience
It uses an interjection or an exclamatory sentence
Astonisher lead
It is the part of the editorial that gives the readers an unforgettable punch that they can live by.
Conclusion
What type of lead is usually use for feature writing?
Novelty lead
It is the official stand of the paper on a relevant development or issue
Editorial
A types of feature that may be about overcoming adversity, raising awareness, opening up about a condition or experience to help educate others; tales of exceptional human achievement, acts of bravery, unsung heroes, victims, funny stories – the focus is always on the person and their experience.
Human Interest Story
A profound quote can make an interesting lead particularly if the speaker is well-known in the community.
Quotation Lead
When is an editorial of tribute written?
When you want to praise or commend a person/ organization that has performed some worthwhile projects or deeds, or accomplishments
Give one characteristic of a feature article
F – Factual not fictitious
E – Entertaining
A – Appealing to the emotions
T – Timely or not timely
U – Unusual
R – Reader – oriented
E – Explanation, extrapolation – extending or projecting known information
This feature focuses on a topic of interest in the news, on a current event and covers details not covered by the news.
News Feature
If I want to write about my favorite teacher, this type of feature is the most appropriate.
Personality Sketch/Profile
What type of lead is the example below?
No pain, no gain. This is something I often hear at the gym.
Epigram lead
What are the two main fuctions/objectives of an editorial?
To explain and interpret the news
To persuade and influence people
Name at least two types of editorial and state their purpose of writing
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It points out the good or the bad features of a problem or situation mentioned in the news.
Editorial of Criticism
What is the reason why a feature uses descriptive language?
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What type of lead is the example below?
Three days ago, Mang Tomas was driving his boss to work. This morning, he was seen driving his own car, the very first souvenir he bought for winning the jackpot prize in lottery.
Contrast Lead
Briefly explain why an editorial is usually unsigned or without a byline.
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How do you differentiate an editorial with an feature?
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