Maya Cotton
In journalism, articles follow the inverted pyramid. The inverted pyramid style is a writing style that says that you should put the most important information at the beginning of an article. It will lead the reader into the story. The first sentence is short and attention getting. The first paragraph should contain enough information to give an overview of the story and explain the six important questions: who, what, when, where, why, and how. The rest of the article will explain the beginning and offer answers to any other questions the reader may have. The least important information is placed at the end, so that an article can be cut off without altering it. News articles are usually about 200 to 500 words. They are measured in inches. Information for the article should be gathered from many different sources, and double-checked for any errors. In an article, it is smart to focus on individuals, because news is all about people. Never give your own opinion. Stay objective and cover both sides of the story. It is important to include quotes from people who are involved.
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