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Oppan AP Style (Heeeyyyyyy sexy journalism standards!)
The Glamour of Grammar
Don't snooze! Write news.
Shock and Awe and Media Law
Word (Choice) to Your Mother
100
What is the correct capitalization for this headline? Peter Piper Picked A Peck Of Pickled Peppers
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers
100
The following contains a fragment sentence. Correct it: I love listening to Justin Timberlake. Because he's talented.
I love listening to Justin Timberlake, because he's talented. Or I love listening to Justin Timberlake; he's talented.
100
Basic news stories typically follow a simple formula, known as a/an (inverted pyramid/upside-down triangle/ flip-flopped circle/backwards rectangle/whoopsy-daisy square), starting with a/an (summary/leader/lede/introduction/beginning/opener/sandwich)
inverted pyramid; lede
100
True or false? We’re allowed to take and publish photos of people in public without obtaining their permission.
True. The general rule is that, when a person does something in an area that is visible to public foot traffic, that person has no reason to expect privacy and cannot complain if he or she is photographed. One exception: a person’s likeness may not be associated with a commercial endorsement without a release.
100
Correct the three mistakes: I will except each of my story’s edits accept that won.
I will accept each of my story’s edits except that one. Bonus: Words that are spelled the same or similarly, but have different meaning are called what? DOUBLE Bonus if you can give 5 examples. Example: two/too, aunt/ant
200
Correct the 2 mistakes: Mr. George Clooney does not live in Davie, Florida.
George Clooney does not live in Davie, Fla. Bonus: Tell us the abbreviations for five other states. DOUBLE BONUS if you can tell us 10.
200
Add commas. Fortunately Dr. Fitzgerald the course's professor is extremely knowledgeable.
Fortunately, Dr. Fitzgerald, the course's professor, is extremely knowledgeable.
200
Which is preferred? The Office of Student Media (will be hosting/will host/is planning to host/plans to host/might like be getting all host-y and like stuff) a multimedia conference in October.
Nova Southeastern University will host a multimedia conference next Saturday.
200
Anything that is written or printed that defames a person is called what? A. Slander B. Libel C. A negative opinion D. Non-factual E. Rude
B. Libel
200
Correct the five mistakes: Today, Katniss Everdeen as a runny nose and maybe a fever, to. She isn’t feeling has good has yesterday.
Today, Katniss Everdeen has a runny nose and maybe a fever, too. She isn’t feeling as well as yesterday.
300
Which is correct: Tuesday, January 3 at 12:00 p.m. OR The 3rd day of the week, the first month of the year 17 minutes after 11:43 am OR something else?
Jan. 3 at noon
300
Correct the three mistakes: Michael Phelps are a more valued member of the mens’ swimming team then Ryan Lochte.
Michael Phelps is a more valued member of the men’s swimming team than Ryan Lochte. BONUS: You have one minute to write a short, rhyming poem about grammar. DOUBLE Bonus if you can include the word "shenanigans."
300
This sentence is wordy. Eliminate at least 10 words. (There are 14.) Each and every student will literally also definitely win a very unique and different free gift at like a later time tomorrow, too.
Every student will also win a unique gift tomorrow.
300
Which of the following - if any - will protect a writer from being sued for libel? Including the phrase “in my opinion”, or publishing it in an Opinion’s section. Using the word “alleged”, “allegedly”, “supposedly”, “apparently”, or “purportedly.” Introducing the story with, “Author’s note: This totally isn’t libel. Trust me.”
E. None of the above Including the phrase "in my opinion" does not creates an automatic shield to libel. Neither does simply reprinting what someone else has said. (For example, "'The coach is a cheater,' said Kristen Jones.") Nor does "alleged" automatically provide protection — if someone has been accused of wrongdoing, describe the source and nature of the accusation with specificity ("Coach Walsh, who has been accused by two opponents of cheating," not "Coach Walsh, an alleged cheater"). According to the Student Press Law Center’s Legal Brief on Libel Law, “the test is whether the expression is capable of being proven true or false.”
300
(Because/Since/Due to like the fact like ya know) the stories we place in the newspaper can (effect/affect/b-ffect) the community, we need to constantly check ever fact. Factual errors are likely to create a variety of negative (effects/affects/z-ffects).
C. Because/Affect /effects
400
Correct this sentence: The five year old kicked her brother, who is eight years old. Hint: It's not - The 61-month-old girl kicked her brother, who is about 3,105 days and 432 minutes old.
A. The 5-year-old girl kicked her brother, who is 8 years old.
400
Explain the problem with this sentence and correct it: If my students don't do well on their quizzes, they must not be very good.
“They" is a vague pronoun in this sentence because it could refer to the students or the quizzes. Possible correction: My quizzes must not be very good if my students don’t do well on them.
400
To have good news judgment, you need to be able to identity what’s news. Name at least 4 basic news elements (ie. Timeliness + impact)
Possible answers: proximity, novelty, drama, prominence, conflict, human interest, usefulness, currency, consequence, oddity, emotions
400
Should you use confidential sources? No, never. Avoid at all costs. OR Yup, sure. If it’s the only way the person will talk. OR Yes, but only very rarely and only if I cannot find a source who is willing to have his or her name published or if the particular unnamed source is absolutely critical to the story.OR Yes, but only if the quote’s super juicy gossip or a really funny joke. OR Yes, but only if it’s something Dr. Fitzgerald said.
C. Yes, but only very rarely and only if I cannot find a source who is willing to have his or her name published… or if the particular unnamed source is absolutely critical to the story Steps for considering a source’s request for confidentiality: 1. Evaluate the information. Is it credible? It is vital to your story? Could you get this info from another source who would be named? 2. Talk to your source. Ask what the likely consequences would be if you name him or her. Try to convince him or her to go on record. 3. Find other sources. Get someone else to confirm the info, ideally sources who will speak on record. 4. Talk to your editor/advisors. Discuss the pros and cons of using an anonymous source. 5. If you decide to use an unnamed source, briefly explain in the article why you protecting the source’s identity. Bonus: Give a specific example of when it would be appropriate, and necessary, to use a confidential source. Double Bonus: How would you explain this protection in your story?
400
There are several mistakes here. Correct them. Whose glad were altogether & already to learn about grammar today????
Who’s glad we’re all together and all ready to learn about grammar today?
500
Correct the seven mistakes. A recent study found that 54% of students voted for president Oprah Winfrey, have seen The Avengers, love mother’s day, hate Winter, make less than 50 dollars daily and were born in the U.S.A.
A recent study found that 54 percent of students voted for President , have seen “The Avengers”, love Mother’s Day, hate winter, makes less than $50 daily and were born in the U.S. (or United States or USA)
500
Correct each of these sentences. I shouldn't of eaten that cheeseburger yesterday. This classroom is filled with people that are awesome. People Magazine has an article in their “Best Dressed” section on Michelle Obama. I'm not working; I'm laying down. Can she sell seashells on the seashore? I should try and learn how to beatbox. My mom owns an unicorn and an one-trick pony.
Jodi will tell you. :)
500
The following sentences are in passive voice. Change to active voice: Rock and roll is loved by me. Home was phoned by E.T. A box of chocolates is what mama always said life was like. It was heard by me through the grapevine. The king of the world is me. Jagger’s moves are what I’ve got. Can all the colors of the wind be painted by you? A wizard are you, Harry.
BONUS: Give your OWN example of a passive sentence and correct it. DOUBLE bonus if it’s a famous lyric, or movie, book or tv quote.
500
Due to copyright laws, which of the following - if any - is OK to use as a headline? Got milk? Just do it. To be or not to be … Ask not what you’re country can do for you … My big fat Greek wedding. Dear or no deal? It takes two to tango. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!OR Headlines should never ever be words; they should be drawings or interpretive dance moves.
All are OK to use. You cannot copyright a slogan, word, phrase, or title.
500
There are six word choice mistakes here. Correct them. Anyways, the line towards the front of the store, about 10 yards further away then the pharmacy, is reserved four customers purchasing 10 items or less.
Anyway, the line toward the front of the store, about 10 yards farther away than the pharmacy, is reserved for customers purchasing 10 items or fewer.