Story Structures in Journalism

What is the primary purpose of taking stock of the pieces before writing a news story?

• To write the lead

• To fill in gaps in information

• To conduct interviews

• To select a story structure

Which story structure is characterized by presenting the most important information at the beginning?

• The Kebab

• The Accordion

• The Pyramid

• The Inverted Pyramid

What does the 'Martini Glass' structure transition to after the lead?

• A thematic analysis

• A chronological format

• An anecdotal format

• A summary of quotes

In which structure do journalists use a 'zooming in' and 'zooming out' pattern?

• The Kebab

• The Accordion

• The Inverted Pyramid

• The Pyramid

What is a key advantage of the inverted pyramid structure?

• It provides a chronological account

• It allows for creative storytelling

• It condenses information efficiently

• It builds tension and conflict

Which structure is best suited for longer stories with compelling characters?

• The Inverted Pyramid

• The Martini Glass

• The Pyramid

• The Accordion

What is the primary focus of the 'Kebab' structure?

• Background information

• Statistical data

• Anecdotes and themes

• Chronological events

What should a journalist do if they notice gaps in their interview notes?

• Start writing immediately

• Change the story structure

• Conduct supplemental interviews

• Ignore them

Which structure is less common in journalism and builds up to the most interesting information?

• The Pyramid

• The Accordion

• The Inverted Pyramid

• The Kebab

What is the purpose of color-coding information during the writing process?

• To highlight errors

• To categorize quotes

• To denote importance

• To make it visually appealing