Anatomy of a News Story
The "Hook." Usually the first 1-2 paragraphs of the story.
The Lead
Basic info, not verified.
Raw Information
Relevant to what is happening near us.
Proximity
Expression of belief about something.
Statement that can be verified.
What are these called? (Must get both)
Opinion
Fact
What is Mr. Farruggia's legal first name?
Roberto
Tells us who the author is of the article.
The Byline
Publicity
Unique, not like any other story.
Novelty
What does VIA stand for? (must get all 3).
Verified
Independent
Accountable
Which grade(s) does Mr. Farruggia teach this year?
10-12
The first quote of the story. Should hold some significance.
The Lead Quote
Construing facts to gain support.
Propaganda
Tugs at the heartstrings.
Human Interest
Cross-referencing by keeping tabs open to other articles.
Lateral Reading
Which classes do Mr. Farrruggia teach this year? (must get them all)
Mixed Media Journalism
Theatre Studies
Junior Seminar
The counter claim. Usually a paragraph.
The But Graf
Goal is to make money
Advertisement
An example would be something trending on social media.
Currency
What's the difference between a cheap fake and a deep fake? (must get both)
Deep Fake = A.I. used to make an individual say something
Cheap Fake = actual footage taken out of context/edited
True or False: Mr. Farruggia is a naturalized citizen of the United States.
False
Contains the must know info.
The Nut Graf
Emphasis on storytelling
Entertainment
How it directly affects people reading the story.
Consequence/Impact
What are the 3 parts of the inverted news pyramid? (Must get all 3).
Must know info
Good to know info
Kicker/Icing
What year did Mr. Farruggia first start working at Lab as a Substitute Teacher?
2018