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Journalistic Writing

Journalistic Writing. Choose a specific angle and have substance Tightly written and lively: clear and precise (NO unnecessary words!) Short paragraphs (1-3 sentences) Narrative elements (tells a story) Fresh and original (NO cliches or jargon) Always begin with a “wow” statement

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Journalistic Writing

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  1. Journalistic Writing • Choose a specific angle and have substance • Tightly written and lively: clear and precise (NO unnecessary words!) • Short paragraphs (1-3 sentences) • Narrative elements (tells a story) • Fresh and original (NO clichesor jargon) • Always begin with a “wow” statement • Concluding sentence should tie the end to the beginning Read pages 36-37 in textbook

  2. Writing Assignment • Report on a made-up incident at a NRHS school event/game • Begin by creating fake notes like on page 36 with a combination of facts and quotes • Write a 200 word article about the incident drawing on your notes and using journalistic writing.

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