1. Timeliness: occurring at an appropriate time or set time
2. Proximity: nearness in place, time, or order
3. Human Interest: Topics readers may be interested in, interests
4. Prominence: To stand out
5. Conflict: The problem in the situation or story
6. Interviews: Asking a series of questions to someone about a certain topic or event. These are to help gain information.
7. Research: The search for facts or information on a topic or subject
8. Quotations: Said phrases, words by someone
9. Yes-no question: A simple question that can be answered in just "Yes" or "No"
10. Follow-up question: The following question that goes with the one before it.
11. Objective writing: To write and have a goal or objective for the reader or oneself as the writer.
12. Transition paragraph: A paragraph/statement that helps move from one topic to another.
13. Hard news story: Simple, journalistic style writing that is strict on rules and how it is written.
14. Soft news story: Journalistic style writing that is not as strict with the rules
15. Inverted Pyramid: The style/organizer used for writer's of a hard news story
16. Third-person point of view: The view in which there is a narrator- NO "I", "My", "Me", etc.
17. 5 Ws and H lead: This lead tells almost the whole story just within itself, answering Who What When Where Why and How.
18. editing: The process of fixing or critiquing a work of writing.
19. attribution: to regard, consider
20. paraphrase: To put one statement into simpler terms
21. fragmentary quotation: Bits and pieces of the quote from a source.
22. direct quotation: Exactly what the source said
23. partial quotation: A rephrased or edited version of something that a source said.
24. Uses of quotations: Using quotations helps get the real world and other people/places' thoughts or parts of the story or topic at hand. These are used very frequently and should always be used.
25. When to use quotations: Use these ALWAYS except for editorials or opinion pieces.
26. When quotations are unnecessary or not desired: (above)
27. Editorial: An opinion from the publisher or editor
28. editorial page: A page reserved just for the Editor/Publisher
29. columns: Slender, thin groups of sentences or paragraphs fit onto a page.
30. editorial that criticizes: An editorial with an opinion that attacks or talks negatively about something
31. editorial that explains: An editorial that gives information on a topic, subject, or event in deep explanation
32. editorial that persuades: An editorial that tries to convince the reader to agree with something, disagree, etc.
33. letter to the editor: A letter sent in from a reader on their thoughts, opinions, or questions on varied topics. These are then answered by an Editor.
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Feature Story Final Draft
Animal Savior: Story of a Warm-Hearted Rescuer
The sorrowful eyes of a homeless soul
A comforting purr of thanks.
And a warm heart in the end.
The sorrowful eyes of a homeless soul
A comforting purr of thanks.
And a warm heart in the end.
All of these elements come together as the image of a loved animal, from the streets to a family. Most animal-lovers and pet-owners dream every animal to be loved. For Nancy Pruitt, it's her main goal.
Through many years, Pruitt has been saving animals from the street and giving them a bed to sleep in and food in their bellies. Her acts of kindness have shaped who she is today as well as save many four-legged souls from being left alone forever.
"I've always loved animals. Ever since I was young I loved them. They've been like my children and have always been a part of the family," Pruitt said.
From the age of five years old, Pruitt has been caring for animals and giving them her love- from shelters when she was young and from the streets as an adult.
"I would say I've saved all of dogs and cats from the streets and shelters. So about 25 to 30. Brock (a pit bull mix) was the first one. When I was little I didn't take any from the streets."
Even though most of her animals come from the streets, Pruitt has only been to an actual shelter once as an adult.
"The only shelter I've ever been to is the one where we got Ollie. I don't think I can ever go to one again because it's very hard for me to see them all there. I just want to take them home," Pruitt said.
Currently, there are over 7.6 million animals who enter into shelters each year just in America.
"I just want them to have a home. Everybody should have a home. I've never seen a dog I haven't love," Pruitt said.
Being the oldest of Pruitt's children, Jill Glenewinkel has been around these rescued animals all her life.
"We had all kinds of pets. Besides cats and dogs we had roosters sometimes, once we had a baby possum. It was fun. Lots of quirky, fun pets," Glenewinkel said.
"We had all kinds of pets. Besides cats and dogs we had roosters sometimes, once we had a baby possum. It was fun. Lots of quirky, fun pets," Glenewinkel said.
With the help of Pruitt's husband and kids, she's been able to take care of many furry companions- and it's not only cats and dogs.
"I saved a baby duck, a rooster, one of the past cats, and a cocker spaniel. She was tied to the bus stop and I brought her home," Glenewinkel said. "All of these animals were saved with my mom. I also saved some goldfish- a friend of mine was going to feed them to something but I took them home and kept them. Two of them."
Pruitt raised her five children amongst the many saved animals while passing down her loving care for the companions.
"I think anybody who loves animals are more compassionate people. I've always taught my kids to be kind to animals. And they all love animals," Pruitt said.
Franky Estrada, the long-time girlfriend of Pruitt's youngest son, has lived amongst these experiences.
"To me it made me feel more comfortable. I've always loved animals and they were living harmoniously," Estrada said. "You feel better about a person who can help those animals. It makes me think of Nana as a superwoman for helping all these animals."
Estrada has lived with Pruitt for a time and noticed that not only does Pruitt help her own animals, but she cares for others' also.
"While living with Nana, I got Lola with Bryan and she took extremely careful care with Lance while I was at work and she made him feel part of the pack. She let me bring Lance in into the whole situation. She's always there for us and our animals and helping them."
With so many animals in her home, Pruitt usually doesn't have time for much else outside the usual routine.
"A lot of people like to travel, a lot of people have hobbies, but this is what I do."
Pruitt's actions have shaped the lives many people, but certain animals shaped her's.
"I connect with all of my animals. I would say the one that has a special meaning was Winona (fox terrier) because I got her with my Dad," Pruitt said. "And of course there is Birdy, my black lab, who has meaning for my mom."
Out of all the many rescues and experiences with animals left alone, Pruitt chose one who is still happy in her home.
"Martin took us three or four months to even come over to the yard from across the street. But then he got used to us and came over his fear of people after the abuse he went through. I think that's the most memorable."
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
CE 12.3.14
1. What did downtown shooter Larry Steven McQuillians have written on his chest when he was killed? Page A1 "'Hate' drives gunman..."
He had the phrase "Let me die" across his chest.
2. Why did Bill Cosby step down from his Temple University board position? page A2 "Cosby resigns...."
Renewed accusations surfaced about drugging and sexually assaulting women over several years.
3. How much did Cyber Monday sales increase this year? Page B7 "Cyber Monday shoppers..."
Sales rose 8.7 percent compared to last year's Cyber Monday.
4. What is Alyssa Kuykenall's favorite animal? Page C5 "Faces off the field"
Elephants are her favorite animal.
5. Of the 24 movies listed here, what is your favorite? Page D1 "24 ways to stay home..."
I've grown up watching The Grinch Who Stole Christmas and Elf. Those are proabably my favorites.
Short Answer:
Read the entire story about Larry McQuillians shooting rampage downtown on Page A1 - "Hate drives gunman..."
1. Does this kind of situation make you nervous? Why?
This is a very nerve-racking situation. Who knows when someone might attack or what's wrong with them? Who knows what is behind these sort of acts and who these people are? The thought that extremists like McQuillians could attack any moment is very frightening.
2. If he had survived, what kind of punishment should he have had?
For firing at the police quarters he would most likely be put in court which could lead to jail. If he had a mental illness or disorder then I believe he should definitely have the chance to not be proven the punishment of jail. If he had something like that going on inside him, sometimes people just can't help it.
3. What should society be doing to help stop this kind of activity?
Keep your eyes open, take precaution, and report strange behavior. I do not believe in violence what so ever so I'm not suggesting that at all. But there needs to be caution on every path people take. Everyone is different and there are so many beliefs, minds, and hearts out there- you never what any one could do.
4. Do people have the right to believe as they want, but as long as they don't act on it, it is okay?
People have the right to believe in what they want. I encourage people to act on their beliefs as long as it won't harm others or themselves. Again- violence is a no in my book. I try to keep peace however I can, especially in my beliefs. Acting out and rebelling peacefully in your beliefs is really great- people need to do that, it's healthy. But if it involves violence or harmful behavior then it needs to be stopped.
5. Should the state and federal government be involved in trying to keep this kind of thing from happening again?
Yes
5A. If you said yes to question 5 - what do you think some of the problems might be if they are involved?
I don't like the thought of government having even more power over us, but this I do think would be good. Protection is evident for safety and the well-being of a community. But there are many activists and extremists who are against the government. They will most likely protest or cause attacks to get their point over. See- anything could happen and you never know what's going on in someone's head. Either Yes or No, there will be problems that come along with the decision. But whenever there is an option of safety and caution, I agree with it.
5B. If you said no to question 5 - why do you think they shouldn't be involved and who should be in control of trying to stop these kinds of activities?
He had the phrase "Let me die" across his chest.
2. Why did Bill Cosby step down from his Temple University board position? page A2 "Cosby resigns...."
Renewed accusations surfaced about drugging and sexually assaulting women over several years.
3. How much did Cyber Monday sales increase this year? Page B7 "Cyber Monday shoppers..."
Sales rose 8.7 percent compared to last year's Cyber Monday.
4. What is Alyssa Kuykenall's favorite animal? Page C5 "Faces off the field"
Elephants are her favorite animal.
5. Of the 24 movies listed here, what is your favorite? Page D1 "24 ways to stay home..."
I've grown up watching The Grinch Who Stole Christmas and Elf. Those are proabably my favorites.
Short Answer:
Read the entire story about Larry McQuillians shooting rampage downtown on Page A1 - "Hate drives gunman..."
1. Does this kind of situation make you nervous? Why?
This is a very nerve-racking situation. Who knows when someone might attack or what's wrong with them? Who knows what is behind these sort of acts and who these people are? The thought that extremists like McQuillians could attack any moment is very frightening.
2. If he had survived, what kind of punishment should he have had?
For firing at the police quarters he would most likely be put in court which could lead to jail. If he had a mental illness or disorder then I believe he should definitely have the chance to not be proven the punishment of jail. If he had something like that going on inside him, sometimes people just can't help it.
3. What should society be doing to help stop this kind of activity?
Keep your eyes open, take precaution, and report strange behavior. I do not believe in violence what so ever so I'm not suggesting that at all. But there needs to be caution on every path people take. Everyone is different and there are so many beliefs, minds, and hearts out there- you never what any one could do.
4. Do people have the right to believe as they want, but as long as they don't act on it, it is okay?
People have the right to believe in what they want. I encourage people to act on their beliefs as long as it won't harm others or themselves. Again- violence is a no in my book. I try to keep peace however I can, especially in my beliefs. Acting out and rebelling peacefully in your beliefs is really great- people need to do that, it's healthy. But if it involves violence or harmful behavior then it needs to be stopped.
5. Should the state and federal government be involved in trying to keep this kind of thing from happening again?
Yes
5A. If you said yes to question 5 - what do you think some of the problems might be if they are involved?
I don't like the thought of government having even more power over us, but this I do think would be good. Protection is evident for safety and the well-being of a community. But there are many activists and extremists who are against the government. They will most likely protest or cause attacks to get their point over. See- anything could happen and you never know what's going on in someone's head. Either Yes or No, there will be problems that come along with the decision. But whenever there is an option of safety and caution, I agree with it.
5B. If you said no to question 5 - why do you think they shouldn't be involved and who should be in control of trying to stop these kinds of activities?
Monday, December 1, 2014
Feature Story Rough Draft
The sorrowful eyes of a homeless soul
A comforting purr of thanks.
And a warm heart in the end.
A comforting purr of thanks.
And a warm heart in the end.
All of these elements come together as the image of a loved animal, from the streets to a family. Most animal-lovers and pet-owners dream every animal to be loved. For Nancy Pruitt, it's her main goal.
Through many years, Pruitt has been saving animals from the street and giving them a bed to sleep in and food in their bellies. Her acts of kindness have shaped who she is today as well as save many four-legged souls from being left alone forever.
"I've always loved animals. Ever since I was young I loved them. They've been like my children and have always been a part of the family," Pruitt said.
From the age of five years old, Pruitt has been caring for animals and giving them her love- even if her parents didn't agree with some of the animals at times.
"I would say I've saved all of dogs and cats from the streets and shelters. So about 25 to 30. Brock (a pit bull mix) was the first one. When I was little I didn't take any from the streets. But I did get many animals from the shelter."
Even though most of her animals came from the streets Pruitt did not adopt many from shelter homes.
"The only shelter I've ever been to is the one where we got Ollie. I don't think I can ever go to one again because it's very hard for me to see them all there. I just want to take them home."
Currently, there are over 7.6 million animals who enter into shelters each year just in America.
"I just want them to have a home. Everybody should have a home. I've never seen a dog I haven't love," Pruitt said.
Being the oldest of Pruitt's children, Jill Glenewinkel has been around these rescued animals all her life.
"We had all kinds of pets. Besides cats and dogs we had roosters sometimes, once we had a baby possum. It was fun. Lots of quirky, fun pets," Glenewinkel said.
"We had all kinds of pets. Besides cats and dogs we had roosters sometimes, once we had a baby possum. It was fun. Lots of quirky, fun pets," Glenewinkel said.
With the help of Pruitt's husband and kids, she's been able to take care of many furry companions- and it's not only cats and dogs.
"I saved a baby duck, a rooster, one of the past cats, and a cocker spaniel. She was tied to the bus stop and I brought her home," Glenewinkel said. "All of these animals were saved with my mom. I also saved some goldfish- a friend of mine was going to feed them to something but I took them home and kept them. Two of them."
Pruitt raised her five children amongst the many saved animals while passing down her loving care for the companions.
"I think anybody who loves animals are more compassionate people. I've always taught my kids to be kind to animals. And they all love animals," Pruitt said.
Franky Estrada, the long-time girlfriend of Pruitt's youngest son, has lived amongst these experiences.
"To me it made me feel more comfortable. I've always loved animals and they were living harmoniously," Estrada said. "You feel better about a person who can help those animals. It makes me think of Nana as a superwoman for helping all these animals."
Estrada has lived with Pruitt for a time and noticed that not only does Pruitt help her own animals, but she cares for others' also.
"While living with Nana, I got Lola with Bryan and she took extremely careful care with Lance while I was at work and she made him feel part of the pack. She let me bring Lance in into the whole situation. She's always there for us and our animals and helping them."
With so many animals in her home, Pruitt usually doesn't have time for much else outside the usual routine.
"A lot of people like to travel, a lot of people have hobbies, but this is what I do."
Pruitt's actions have shaped the lives many people, but certain animals shaped her's.
"I connect with all of my animals. I would say the one that has a special meaning was Winona (fox terrier) because I got her with my Dad. My mom told me 'No, you need to take her back,' but my Dad said 'Nope, it's too late'. And of course there is Birdy, my black lab, who has meaning for my mom."
Out of all the many rescues and experiences with animals left alone, Pruitt chose one who is still happy in her home.
"Martin took us 3 or 4 months to even come over to the yard from across the street. But then he got used to us and came over his fear of people after the abuse he went through. I think that's the most memorable."
Sunday, November 30, 2014
Interview Answers and Notes
Nana (done on 11.30.14):
1. What sparked your love for animals?
2. Have animals always been a part of your life or was there a certain point or event in your life that you really began caring for them?
3. How long have you been saving animals?
4. Why do you save animals, in your personal opinion?
5. How have animals impacted yourself and your life all through the years?
6. How about for your family members?
7. Could you give some examples of them impacting you?
8. How many animals have you saved over the years?
9. How does saving animals and caring for them make you feel?
10. Can you name all the different kinds of animals you have saved before?
11. Seeing animals in a need for help is an emotion state for you- what goes on in your mind when you see them in need of help or with no family?
12. Do you have a favorite animal from all these years that you really connected with?
13. How does your husband help you with saving the animals?
14. Do you go to the police shelter where Grandpa works and put a lot of effort into helping?
15. If so, how?
16. What is your motivation to keep getting out there to save the souls of these animals?
17. What sorts of animals do you have right now in your possession that you have saved?
18. What is the craziest rescue you've experienced or carried out?
19. Will you always have animals by your side and helping them? If so, why?
20. What's your daily routine with taking care and dealing with all the animals that you have saved?
1. I've always loved animals. Ever since I was young I loved them. They've been like my children and have always been a part of the family.
2. No, I've always cared for them.
3. Since I was about 5 years old.
4. Brock was the first one. When I was little I didn't take any from the streets. But I did get many animals from the shelter.
5. I love animals and I just want them to have a home. Everybody should have a home. I've never seen a dog I haven't loved.
6. Dogs are unconditional love, they're faithful, they're always there. And they love you no matter what.
7. I think anybody who loves animals are more compassionate people. I've always taught my kids to be kind to animals. And they all love animals.
8. I would say I've saved all of dogs and cats from the streets and shelters. So about 25 to 30.
9. They make me happy.
10. Dogs and Cats Mostly. I did save a parrot one time.
11. I just want to take them home, but I have so many already!
12. I connect with all of my animals. I would say the one that has a special meaning was Winona (fox terrier) because I got this dog with my Dad. And of course there is Birdy, my black lab, who has meaning for my mom.
13. Pa is always right there with me, letting me do it, and supporting me.
14. I've always seen the ones saved from the police station. The only shelter I've ever been to is the one where we got Ollie. I don't think I can ever go to one again because it's very hard for me to see them all there. I just want to take them home.
15. and 16. I just love animals. I like to be around them. They're a lot of enjoyment. A lot of people like to travel, a lot of people have hobbies, but this is what I do.
17. 10 dogs, 6 cats (currently), 2 guinea pigs,
18. Martin took us 3 or 4 months to even come over to the yard from across the street. But then he got used to us and came over his fear of people after the abuse he went through. I think that's the most memorable.
19. Yep, no doubt.
20. The first thing I do is let them go outside, I fix them all their food, wash their beds, wash their water bowls. You then have to clean up the yard after them and then I bathe them every so often. And then you have all your vet trips.
Mom (done on 11.30.14):
1. How has all these saved animals affected you personally?
2. What was it like growing up in this sort of environment with animals of all sorts?
3. Have you ever saved animal with your mother? If so, could you explain the experience?
4. Have these animals always been welcome with you personally?
5. How would you feel when your mother would focus on the animals so much while you were growing up?
6. What's your personal experience on always helping the animals?
1. It kept life interesting at home. We had all kinds of pets. Besides cats and dogs we had roosters sometimes, once we had a baby possum. It was fun. Lots of quirky, fun pets. Oh, we had a duck, too.
I saved a baby duck, a rooster, one of the past cats, and a cocker spaniel. She was tied to the bus stop and I brought her home. All of these animals were saved with my mom. I also saved some goldfish- a friend of mine were going to feed them to something but I took them home and kept them. Two of them.
2. and 3. I was fine when I lived at home with my parents and didn't have my own responsibilities but now in my own home I usually just have one pet at a time. I love animals, they're just a lot of responsibility and a lot of work if you do it right.
Franky (done on 11.30.14)
1. How has all these saved animals affected you personally?
2. What was it like living for a while in this sort of environment with animals of all sorts?
3. Have you ever saved an animal with Nana? If so, could you explain the experience?
4. Have these animals always been welcome with you personally?
5. Has Nana helped you and your animals personally? How?
3. Momma Kitty and Lyla were both rescued from Bryan and I. Momma Kitty walked into the house and started eating Lance's food. Lyla was a friend of mine's.
1. and 4. To me, it made me feel more comfortable. I've always loved animals and they were living harmoniously. You feel better about a person who can help those animals. It makes me think of Nana as a superwoman for helping all these animals.
5. and 2. While living with Nana, I got Lola with Bryan and she took extremely careful care with Lance while I was at work and she made him feel part of the pack. She let me bring Lance in into the whole situation. She's always there for us and our animals and helping them.
1. What sparked your love for animals?
2. Have animals always been a part of your life or was there a certain point or event in your life that you really began caring for them?
3. How long have you been saving animals?
4. Why do you save animals, in your personal opinion?
5. How have animals impacted yourself and your life all through the years?
6. How about for your family members?
7. Could you give some examples of them impacting you?
8. How many animals have you saved over the years?
9. How does saving animals and caring for them make you feel?
10. Can you name all the different kinds of animals you have saved before?
11. Seeing animals in a need for help is an emotion state for you- what goes on in your mind when you see them in need of help or with no family?
12. Do you have a favorite animal from all these years that you really connected with?
13. How does your husband help you with saving the animals?
14. Do you go to the police shelter where Grandpa works and put a lot of effort into helping?
15. If so, how?
16. What is your motivation to keep getting out there to save the souls of these animals?
17. What sorts of animals do you have right now in your possession that you have saved?
18. What is the craziest rescue you've experienced or carried out?
19. Will you always have animals by your side and helping them? If so, why?
20. What's your daily routine with taking care and dealing with all the animals that you have saved?
2. No, I've always cared for them.
3. Since I was about 5 years old.
4. Brock was the first one. When I was little I didn't take any from the streets. But I did get many animals from the shelter.
5. I love animals and I just want them to have a home. Everybody should have a home. I've never seen a dog I haven't loved.
6. Dogs are unconditional love, they're faithful, they're always there. And they love you no matter what.
7. I think anybody who loves animals are more compassionate people. I've always taught my kids to be kind to animals. And they all love animals.
8. I would say I've saved all of dogs and cats from the streets and shelters. So about 25 to 30.
9. They make me happy.
10. Dogs and Cats Mostly. I did save a parrot one time.
11. I just want to take them home, but I have so many already!
12. I connect with all of my animals. I would say the one that has a special meaning was Winona (fox terrier) because I got this dog with my Dad. And of course there is Birdy, my black lab, who has meaning for my mom.
13. Pa is always right there with me, letting me do it, and supporting me.
14. I've always seen the ones saved from the police station. The only shelter I've ever been to is the one where we got Ollie. I don't think I can ever go to one again because it's very hard for me to see them all there. I just want to take them home.
15. and 16. I just love animals. I like to be around them. They're a lot of enjoyment. A lot of people like to travel, a lot of people have hobbies, but this is what I do.
17. 10 dogs, 6 cats (currently), 2 guinea pigs,
18. Martin took us 3 or 4 months to even come over to the yard from across the street. But then he got used to us and came over his fear of people after the abuse he went through. I think that's the most memorable.
19. Yep, no doubt.
20. The first thing I do is let them go outside, I fix them all their food, wash their beds, wash their water bowls. You then have to clean up the yard after them and then I bathe them every so often. And then you have all your vet trips.
Mom (done on 11.30.14):
1. How has all these saved animals affected you personally?
2. What was it like growing up in this sort of environment with animals of all sorts?
3. Have you ever saved animal with your mother? If so, could you explain the experience?
4. Have these animals always been welcome with you personally?
5. How would you feel when your mother would focus on the animals so much while you were growing up?
6. What's your personal experience on always helping the animals?
1. It kept life interesting at home. We had all kinds of pets. Besides cats and dogs we had roosters sometimes, once we had a baby possum. It was fun. Lots of quirky, fun pets. Oh, we had a duck, too.
I saved a baby duck, a rooster, one of the past cats, and a cocker spaniel. She was tied to the bus stop and I brought her home. All of these animals were saved with my mom. I also saved some goldfish- a friend of mine were going to feed them to something but I took them home and kept them. Two of them.
2. and 3. I was fine when I lived at home with my parents and didn't have my own responsibilities but now in my own home I usually just have one pet at a time. I love animals, they're just a lot of responsibility and a lot of work if you do it right.
Franky (done on 11.30.14)
1. How has all these saved animals affected you personally?
2. What was it like living for a while in this sort of environment with animals of all sorts?
3. Have you ever saved an animal with Nana? If so, could you explain the experience?
4. Have these animals always been welcome with you personally?
5. Has Nana helped you and your animals personally? How?
3. Momma Kitty and Lyla were both rescued from Bryan and I. Momma Kitty walked into the house and started eating Lance's food. Lyla was a friend of mine's.
1. and 4. To me, it made me feel more comfortable. I've always loved animals and they were living harmoniously. You feel better about a person who can help those animals. It makes me think of Nana as a superwoman for helping all these animals.
5. and 2. While living with Nana, I got Lola with Bryan and she took extremely careful care with Lance while I was at work and she made him feel part of the pack. She let me bring Lance in into the whole situation. She's always there for us and our animals and helping them.
Monday, November 24, 2014
CE #3.3
1. Why did Bowie student Jack Guy design Grade Buzz? Page A1 "Student launches..." Did you know this was in our school newspaper 2 weeks ago!!!!
The site wasn't very user-friendly
2. After the huge snowstorms hit Buffalo, NY last week, what is the next major concern for the region? Page A5 "Winter Weather"
Snow melting and causing another major flood.
3. What point is cartoonist, Chan Lowe, trying to make in the political cartoon on page A11?
These different days involving sales and industries are costing so much money that buyer's are just spending away whatever they have for these expensive items.
4. Why is Alexis Alpha suing the San Marcos police department? Page B1 "Woman sues police..."
Alpha says she suffered through broken teeth and a concussion from a San Marcos police officer who had arrested her.
5. Why are theme parks struggling to attract new visitors? Page B7 "Changing theme of parks"
Entertainment like TV, video games, and other electronics are gaining the attention of americans rather than going out to amusement parks.
Short Answer: What impact does Capitol Metro's decision to raise fares by $.50 in January potentially have on the people of Austin?
Think logically here and think outside the box. Who does this impact the most and what will happen to their lives?
Short story with information on Page B2 under Community News - "Bus fares change..."
The site wasn't very user-friendly
2. After the huge snowstorms hit Buffalo, NY last week, what is the next major concern for the region? Page A5 "Winter Weather"
Snow melting and causing another major flood.
3. What point is cartoonist, Chan Lowe, trying to make in the political cartoon on page A11?
These different days involving sales and industries are costing so much money that buyer's are just spending away whatever they have for these expensive items.
4. Why is Alexis Alpha suing the San Marcos police department? Page B1 "Woman sues police..."
Alpha says she suffered through broken teeth and a concussion from a San Marcos police officer who had arrested her.
5. Why are theme parks struggling to attract new visitors? Page B7 "Changing theme of parks"
Entertainment like TV, video games, and other electronics are gaining the attention of americans rather than going out to amusement parks.
Short Answer: What impact does Capitol Metro's decision to raise fares by $.50 in January potentially have on the people of Austin?
Think logically here and think outside the box. Who does this impact the most and what will happen to their lives?
Short story with information on Page B2 under Community News - "Bus fares change..."
This change has several different impacts for several different types of people. For one, the metro capital will gain more profits and so will the people working for them (possibly). This could help them improve upon their industry and raise the amount of money given to their workers. But, aside from that, people who ride the metro access will have to pay more money into riding the vehicles. This could change how many people choose to still ride the bus after the raise of prices. Also, there are quite a few people who can not afford to pay and/or drive their own vehicle all the time. Raising prices can become difficult for them to pay for the routes. I believe this change will impact the riders of the Metro Buses the most.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Feature Story Example and Questions
1. When you read the headline, were you at all interested in the story?
Not very much, no. I expected it to be like any other story of our respected Veterans.
2. After you completed the story, what were two things you learned about that you did not know before?
I know War is a haunting then. I do not believe in War and nor do I think I ever will for the things it does to people and countries alike. But I didn't know how haunting it actually can be- how emotionally powerful it really is on these heroes. I learned that in this article- their struggle and terrors are still alive after many years.
3. Was the story better than you expected after reading the headline?
Oh yes, most definitely.
4. What person was the story written in?
Third person
5. Did the chronological format help the story in your opinion?
Yes, because it all sort of flowed in that way and it helped show the different emotions these men felt and the different realizations that came through this day at the memorial.
6. How many different people did the writer quote in the story?
13
7. What was the thematic element the writer used throughout the story?
Time being a thief.
8. How did the quotes help the story?
The quotes created a sort of emotional impact on the whole thing. It added their own personal thoughts, experiences, and feelings into the story to make the whole feature story more real.
9. Was the story written in a very strict, quote-transition format?
No, it was not.
10. How is this story different than the hard news pieces we have written in the past?
Not very much, no. I expected it to be like any other story of our respected Veterans.
2. After you completed the story, what were two things you learned about that you did not know before?
I know War is a haunting then. I do not believe in War and nor do I think I ever will for the things it does to people and countries alike. But I didn't know how haunting it actually can be- how emotionally powerful it really is on these heroes. I learned that in this article- their struggle and terrors are still alive after many years.
3. Was the story better than you expected after reading the headline?
Oh yes, most definitely.
4. What person was the story written in?
Third person
5. Did the chronological format help the story in your opinion?
Yes, because it all sort of flowed in that way and it helped show the different emotions these men felt and the different realizations that came through this day at the memorial.
6. How many different people did the writer quote in the story?
13
7. What was the thematic element the writer used throughout the story?
Time being a thief.
8. How did the quotes help the story?
The quotes created a sort of emotional impact on the whole thing. It added their own personal thoughts, experiences, and feelings into the story to make the whole feature story more real.
9. Was the story written in a very strict, quote-transition format?
No, it was not.
10. How is this story different than the hard news pieces we have written in the past?
There is much more emotion in this article and the different figurative language and imagery diction really brought the article to life- and that isn't in usual Hard News stories.
CE Quiz
1. Why would the city spend money to develop two PGA-level golf courses in East Austin? Page A1 "Austin council considers..."
It is to help fund work in city park and share income
2. What is the % of 1st time gun buyers purchasing weapons at Metro Shooting Supplies in Ferguson, MO? Page A2 "Gun sales surge..."
60 %
3. How many feet of snow fell in Buffalo, NY in a 24 hour period yesterday? Page A3 "7 dead in Buffalo..."
5 1/2 feet of snow
4. Why were 2 Austin Police Department officers suspended yesterday? Page B1 "2 officers suspended..."
The two men were both found joking about rape.
5. What has helped Target stores report an increase of 3.2% on profits? BE SPECIFIC Page B5 "Target rebounds..."
Shoppers came back and spent more on beauty products, toys, and back-to-school items.
6. Who are the current projected teams who will play in the 1st ever NCAA football play-offs? Page C3 "Power Four plus more" List the 4 teams projected by both the National Staff Writers and the other team selected by the Austin American Statesman for a total of 5 teams.
1. Alabama
2. Oregon
3. Florida State
4. Baylor
5. Mississippi State
7. What are three of the best items you can build to improve your outdoor space to make it more livable? Page SA3 "Move your lifestyle..."
Outdoor kitchens, Outdoor Fireplaces, and Fire pits
8. Why is Players burger joint closing" Page D1 "Customers reminisce about…"
To become the Rowling Hall, a new building for the McCombs School for Business.
9. Which of the 5 items in the Long Weekend Five Things to Do would you like to go to? Page D2
The 'Hamlet Mary' performance
10. Do you ever read your horoscope? Go to page D5 and read yours and respond to the predictions.
Oh jeez, mine was pretty on spot personality wise, but I never take these seriously!
It is to help fund work in city park and share income
2. What is the % of 1st time gun buyers purchasing weapons at Metro Shooting Supplies in Ferguson, MO? Page A2 "Gun sales surge..."
60 %
3. How many feet of snow fell in Buffalo, NY in a 24 hour period yesterday? Page A3 "7 dead in Buffalo..."
5 1/2 feet of snow
4. Why were 2 Austin Police Department officers suspended yesterday? Page B1 "2 officers suspended..."
The two men were both found joking about rape.
5. What has helped Target stores report an increase of 3.2% on profits? BE SPECIFIC Page B5 "Target rebounds..."
Shoppers came back and spent more on beauty products, toys, and back-to-school items.
6. Who are the current projected teams who will play in the 1st ever NCAA football play-offs? Page C3 "Power Four plus more" List the 4 teams projected by both the National Staff Writers and the other team selected by the Austin American Statesman for a total of 5 teams.
1. Alabama
2. Oregon
3. Florida State
4. Baylor
5. Mississippi State
7. What are three of the best items you can build to improve your outdoor space to make it more livable? Page SA3 "Move your lifestyle..."
Outdoor kitchens, Outdoor Fireplaces, and Fire pits
8. Why is Players burger joint closing" Page D1 "Customers reminisce about…"
To become the Rowling Hall, a new building for the McCombs School for Business.
9. Which of the 5 items in the Long Weekend Five Things to Do would you like to go to? Page D2
The 'Hamlet Mary' performance
10. Do you ever read your horoscope? Go to page D5 and read yours and respond to the predictions.
Oh jeez, mine was pretty on spot personality wise, but I never take these seriously!
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Key Ingredients
1. LIST 3 DETAILS THAT YOU FOUND ABOVE THAT HELP THE STORY
1. Grab's the reader into the story.
2. Very mysterious and very intriguing.
3. Left you wanting to read what came next.
2. THERE ARE DETAILS THAT YOU MIGHT NOT INCLUDE IN A REGULAR NEWS STORY, PLEASE LIST AT LEAST 2 OF THEM
1. Descriptive Language
2. A free-write style.
3. DO YOU WANT TO KEEP READING?
Yes
4. LIST 3 DESCRIPTIVE DETAILS THAT YOU FOUND ABOVE THAT HELP THE STORY
1. "Molding Mattress"
2. "Collar bones and ribs were jutting out."
3 "One skinny arm was slung over her face"
5. THERE ARE DETAILS THAT YOU MIGHT NOT INCLUDE IN A REGULAR NEWS STORY, PLEASE LIST AT LEAST 2 OF THEM
1. The figurative descriptions of the girl
2. The free-writing style
6. WHAT CONDITIONS EXIST REGARDING THIS CHILD THAT THE AUTHOR DESCRIBES TO YOU?
Lice, bug bites, rashes, naked, unclean, laying atop an old mattress, starving, sores over her skin
7. DO YOU WANT TO KEEP READING?
Yes
8. HOW DOES THE QUOTE HELP THE TRANSITION STATEMENT ABOVE IT?
It gives more of an important impact on the above statement while also explaining what it looked like, who was there, etc.
9. DO YOU WANT TO KEEP READING?
Yes
10. LIST 3 DESCRIPTIVE DETAILS THAT YOU FOUND ABOVE THAT HELP THE STORY
1. Saying the fire was "a monster".
2. The way the writer formatted the paragraphs to add an effect.
3. Descriptive language.
11. THERE ARE DETAILS THAT YOU MIGHT NOT INCLUDE IN A REGULAR NEWS STORY, PLEASE LIST AT LEAST 2 OF THEM
1. Giving descriptive language
2. Free-writing style
12. WHAT WAS THE ANECDOTE THAT THE AUTHOR USED IN THIS STORY?
"facing a potential monster"
13. WHAT WAS THE IRONICAL PART OF THIS STORY IN REGARDS TO HOW THE FIRE STARTED?
It all started while fixing a water pipe.
14. DO YOU WANT TO KEEP READING?
Yes
15. LIST 3 PIECES OF BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOUND IN THESE 3 PARAGRAPHS
1. Wildfire costs are increasing with the Forest Service budget.
2. Congress is considering a separate federal account to cover the cost of wildfire damages.
3. State wildfire spending has gone up over 150% in the last decade.
16. WHICH ONE DO YOU THINK IS THE MOST CRUCIAL?
Number 3
17. DO YOU WANT TO KEEP READING?
Yes
Feature Story Brainstorm
1. Who is your main subject?
My main subject is my grandmother Nancy.
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to)?
Grandpa (Rick), My mother, Aunt Martha, Uncle Richard, Aunt Cathy (sister of Nana)
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
Her role in saving animals and taking care of them.
4. Which angle from above will you write the story?
Human Interest
5. Then to help you get going faster, come up with 20 questions that you can ask your main subject. Type these in your blog.
1. What sparked your love for animals?
2. Have animals always been a part of your life or was there a certain point or event in your life that you really began caring for them?
3. How long have you been saving animals?
4. Why do you save animals, in your personal opinion?
5. How have animals impacted yourself and your life all through the years?
6. How about for your family members?
7. Could you give some examples of them impacting you?
8. How many animals have you saved over the years?
9. How does saving animals and caring for them make you feel?
10. Can you name all the different kinds of animals you have saved before?
11. Seeing animals in a need for help is an emotion state for you- what goes on in your mind when you see them in need of help or with no family?
12. Do you have a favorite animal from all these years that you really connected with?
13. How does your husband help you with saving the animals?
14. Do you go to the police shelter where Grandpa works and put a lot of effort into helping?
15. If so, how?
16. What is your motivation to keep getting out there to save the souls of these animals?
17. What sorts of animals do you have right now in your possession that you have saved?
18. What is the craziest rescue you've experienced or carried out?
19. Will you always have animals by your side and helping them? If so, why?
20. What's your daily routine with taking care and dealing with all the animals that you have saved?
6. Once you complete that portion, you need to come up with 5-10 questions you need to ask your supporting interviews. Type these into your blog. You may need different questions for each supporting subject.
1. How has all these saved animals affected you personally?
2. What was it like growing up in this sort of environment with animals of all sorts?
3. Have you ever saved animal with your mother? If so, could you explain the experience?
4. Have these animals always been welcome with you personally?
5. How would you feel when your mother would focus on the animals so much while you were growing up?
6. What's your personal experience on always helping the animals?
7. You will need to do a little research on the topic you expect to interview your main subject about. Take a little time and do some google searching - find at least 5 new things about the intended topic you should know before you interview your main subject. List those on your blog.
1. People are actually promoting animal cruelty through campaigns, but rescuers are trying to put a stop to this.
2. 7.6 million animal companions enter animal shelters with no home each year.
3. Out of those, only 2.7 million are adopted each year.
4. Owned cats and dogs generally live longer, having a better lifestyle with a family.
5. There are about 3,500 shelters just in the United States alone.
8. Write when you plan to conduct the interview(s)?
I plan to do the interview part either this weekend or over Thanksgiving break.
9. Where you will interview them (some interviews are better to do in the persons environment, while others should be done in public places, ALL interviews should be done in person)?
I will interview them at their houses, in their own environment where they are comfortable.
10. How will you record the information? (taking notes is ideal, and if you want to record the conversation you MUST get permission. You can do both if they will allow you to record, this is a really strong technique that you could use.)
I would most-likely record, if they let me, and also take notes. I'd take notes on their expressions, actions, while also about the conversation itself.
My main subject is my grandmother Nancy.
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to)?
Grandpa (Rick), My mother, Aunt Martha, Uncle Richard, Aunt Cathy (sister of Nana)
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
Her role in saving animals and taking care of them.
4. Which angle from above will you write the story?
Human Interest
5. Then to help you get going faster, come up with 20 questions that you can ask your main subject. Type these in your blog.
1. What sparked your love for animals?
2. Have animals always been a part of your life or was there a certain point or event in your life that you really began caring for them?
3. How long have you been saving animals?
4. Why do you save animals, in your personal opinion?
5. How have animals impacted yourself and your life all through the years?
6. How about for your family members?
7. Could you give some examples of them impacting you?
8. How many animals have you saved over the years?
9. How does saving animals and caring for them make you feel?
10. Can you name all the different kinds of animals you have saved before?
11. Seeing animals in a need for help is an emotion state for you- what goes on in your mind when you see them in need of help or with no family?
12. Do you have a favorite animal from all these years that you really connected with?
13. How does your husband help you with saving the animals?
14. Do you go to the police shelter where Grandpa works and put a lot of effort into helping?
15. If so, how?
16. What is your motivation to keep getting out there to save the souls of these animals?
17. What sorts of animals do you have right now in your possession that you have saved?
18. What is the craziest rescue you've experienced or carried out?
19. Will you always have animals by your side and helping them? If so, why?
20. What's your daily routine with taking care and dealing with all the animals that you have saved?
6. Once you complete that portion, you need to come up with 5-10 questions you need to ask your supporting interviews. Type these into your blog. You may need different questions for each supporting subject.
1. How has all these saved animals affected you personally?
2. What was it like growing up in this sort of environment with animals of all sorts?
3. Have you ever saved animal with your mother? If so, could you explain the experience?
4. Have these animals always been welcome with you personally?
5. How would you feel when your mother would focus on the animals so much while you were growing up?
6. What's your personal experience on always helping the animals?
7. You will need to do a little research on the topic you expect to interview your main subject about. Take a little time and do some google searching - find at least 5 new things about the intended topic you should know before you interview your main subject. List those on your blog.
1. People are actually promoting animal cruelty through campaigns, but rescuers are trying to put a stop to this.
2. 7.6 million animal companions enter animal shelters with no home each year.
3. Out of those, only 2.7 million are adopted each year.
4. Owned cats and dogs generally live longer, having a better lifestyle with a family.
5. There are about 3,500 shelters just in the United States alone.
8. Write when you plan to conduct the interview(s)?
I plan to do the interview part either this weekend or over Thanksgiving break.
9. Where you will interview them (some interviews are better to do in the persons environment, while others should be done in public places, ALL interviews should be done in person)?
I will interview them at their houses, in their own environment where they are comfortable.
10. How will you record the information? (taking notes is ideal, and if you want to record the conversation you MUST get permission. You can do both if they will allow you to record, this is a really strong technique that you could use.)
I would most-likely record, if they let me, and also take notes. I'd take notes on their expressions, actions, while also about the conversation itself.
CE Quiz
1. How many undocumented immigrants could be impacted by proposed immigration changes? Page A1 "Obama immigration overhaul.."
5 million
2. Why will the Philae lander potentially stop working in a couple of days after its historic landing on a comet? Page A3 "Cliff on comet's surface..."
It bounced twice and came to rest on a cliff that is blocking its panels to reach sunlight.
3. How many homeless people were provided shelter from the cold last night through city services? How many men were at ARCH? Page B1 "Shelters opening doors..."
330 people, 184 men who stayed at ARCH
4. Who were the American and National Leage MVP's in Major League Baseball? Page C5
Clayton Kershaw, Mike Trout
5. How can you limit ad tracking on your iPhone? Page SA4 "What Atlas, Facebook's ad..."
Not "liking" many things on Facebook.
Short Answer: Read the article on Page A1 "Cruz's net neutrality views irk techies".
A. What does "Net Neutrality" mean?
Net Neutrality is like a way of preserving how the internet has always worked which involves the government. It's like the system of internet itself.
B. Do you think that the government should be involved in Internet regulations?
Personally? No. The government is already involved with so much of our daily lives. They do have access to our personal internet if they get permission to search or if it is for some sort of case. But all the time, everyday, for everyone? No, it's an invasion of privacy and why would they even need/want more regulations when they are the government...
C. WHY OR WHY NOT?
^^^^^
D. What is Ted Cruz's view on net neutrality?
He believes that the internet shouldn't be operating the speed of the government.
E. What do techies think about Cruz's views?
Techies believe completely the opposite and think that net-neutrality is needed very much.
5 million
2. Why will the Philae lander potentially stop working in a couple of days after its historic landing on a comet? Page A3 "Cliff on comet's surface..."
It bounced twice and came to rest on a cliff that is blocking its panels to reach sunlight.
3. How many homeless people were provided shelter from the cold last night through city services? How many men were at ARCH? Page B1 "Shelters opening doors..."
330 people, 184 men who stayed at ARCH
4. Who were the American and National Leage MVP's in Major League Baseball? Page C5
Clayton Kershaw, Mike Trout
5. How can you limit ad tracking on your iPhone? Page SA4 "What Atlas, Facebook's ad..."
Not "liking" many things on Facebook.
Short Answer: Read the article on Page A1 "Cruz's net neutrality views irk techies".
A. What does "Net Neutrality" mean?
Net Neutrality is like a way of preserving how the internet has always worked which involves the government. It's like the system of internet itself.
B. Do you think that the government should be involved in Internet regulations?
Personally? No. The government is already involved with so much of our daily lives. They do have access to our personal internet if they get permission to search or if it is for some sort of case. But all the time, everyday, for everyone? No, it's an invasion of privacy and why would they even need/want more regulations when they are the government...
C. WHY OR WHY NOT?
^^^^^
D. What is Ted Cruz's view on net neutrality?
He believes that the internet shouldn't be operating the speed of the government.
E. What do techies think about Cruz's views?
Techies believe completely the opposite and think that net-neutrality is needed very much.
Lone Star Dispatch Issue #2
Front Page: Safe place offers protection for all abused students
This article covers a new program involving different counselors to help and support students who have been emotionally or physically abused in relationships.
Who?: The organization Safe Place, Bowie Counselors, Bowie Students
What?: Safe Place is here to help students who have been abused while in a relationship.
Where? Austin ISD/ Bowie
When? November 10th, presently
Why? To help the students who are dealing with such scars after abusive relationships or current relationships. It is to give these people hope.
How? New counselors and present counselors are adding this to their care and are open for anyone who has dealt with such abuse or anyone who is currently dealing with it.
Who was quoted in the story? Kate Kopke, Nathaniel Morgan
What quote was the strongest in your opinion? "There is so much of that happening on campus and nobody wants to talk about it and I think it needs to be talked about," (Kopke)
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
LEDE Rewrite:
Abused students roam the halls everyday, some having the scars linger within while others are currently putting up with the terrible crime. Now, an organization called Safe Place has come into play here in the AISD District. This hopeful community offers assistance, care, and listeners who are here for students who have gone through domestic violence, bullying, or sexual abuse.
Student Life: A dream come true for Savages
Senior Alberto Huezo has made his own business of Shirt Designs. Using his art skills he designs and makes a growing profit on his tees.
Who? Alberto Huezo
What? Huezo creates his own tee shirt line and makes a small profit, using his art skills.
Where? On Campus
When? Presently
Why? To make his dream come true of owning a business while also gaining a profit from sales.
How? He makes the tee-shirts, promotes the designs with his friends, sells as many as he can, and continues to the next design idea he gets.
Who was quoted in the story? Alberto Huezo, Ignacio Ruiz
What quote was the strongest in your opinion? "My grandmother didn't think I was going to make any money off the shirt… when the first shirt sold out, I gave all the money to her." (Huezo)
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
News: Art Piece Wins Civil Rights Show
Junior Jesse Yakerson wins second place in an art piece about civil rights after his teacher entered him into the competition.
Who? Jesse Yakerson
What? He won second place in a civil rights show after entering in a piece of art
Where? Texas Civil Rights Project Competition
When? October 2014
Why? His art sparked interest in the judges and he was awarded for the piece.
How? '' ''
Who was quoted in the story? Candida Garrison, Jesse Yakerson
What quote was the strongest in your opinion? "Jesses is a great person and student, that is why I encouraged him to enter his art piece, not only to speak his mind and fight for what's right, but also to possibly get him noticed by other people and get a scholarship." (Garrison)
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? So-So, kind of.
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Statement
Athletics: Asian Fitness Programs begin trending on campus
The article discusses how many students have taken up the joyce of doing Karate or Yoga instead of the usual gym class or sports.
Who? Bowie Students
What? Students are choosing Asian courses for their athletic credit.
Where? Bowie
When? Presently
Why? Instead of doing gym or sports, students are choosing to do these instead.
How? Doing these courses outside of school, choosing this path instead of sports.
Who was quoted in the story? Kristen Tidwell, Zachary Branham, Corey Davis, Karina Reyna
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?"I can play outside eof school and still not have to take P.E. my life would be complete."
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
In Depth: The debate on student loans
Bowie Seniors are growing in debt for college payments.
Who? Bowie Seniors
What? They are growing in debt from not fully paying their tuition money.
Where? On Campus
When? Presently
Why? The act of not paying or not being able to pay their full college scholarship is putting these Seniors in debt already.
How? Not fully paying their tuition money.
Who was quoted in the story? Alex Koke, Spencer Cobb, Tyler Young, Lindsay Worhtington
What quote was the strongest in your opinion? "A solution to student debt would be avoiding taking out a lot of loans and getting as many scholarships as possible…" (Koke)
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? No
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Statement
Entertainment: Austin film fest floods the downtown streets
The Film Festival downtown in Austin was a major success, having tons and tons of crowds occupying the downtown streets of Austin, attending the festival.
Who? Film Festival attendees, Austinites
What? Many people came to the Austin Film Festival downtown, making it a huge success.
Where? Downtown Austin
When? October 23rd
Why? The Film Festival is a major attraction and a huge event that plenty of people attend
How? People from all over came to watch the films, causing the festival to be a success.
Who was quoted in the story? Andrew Nourse, Shrinath Rao, Samantha Greybill
What quote was the strongest in your opinion?
"To actually be there and having the opportunity to voice an opinion or as a question changes you, it lets you realize its real and its not just a video or a TV show that it exists and that has an impact." (Nourse)
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Quote
Commentary: Homecoming elections have seniors questioning the value of their vote
Seniors are unsure about how they weren't able to voice their opinion on who was voted for the Homecoming King and Queen.
Who? Bowie Seniors
What? Seniors did not get the chance to vote for their own people who they wanted to be as King and Queen.
Where? Bowie Campus
When? Late October
Why? The student council chose who was the Homecoming King and Queen instead of letting the class vote.
How? They did not let the seniors have a say in the voting at all.
Who was quoted in the story? None
What quote was the strongest in your opinion? No quotes
Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? No
Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? Statement
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Feature Stories Preview
1. What is the difference between a hard news lead (lede) and the one you read above?
In a hard news lede it states as many facts as it can about the event or stories while in this one it explained everything gradually with little inserts of Ted talking with his quotes.
2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who
b. What
c. Where
d. When
e. Why
f. How
The second paragraph
3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes
4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?
Yes, at times throughout the news story.
5. Who is quoted in the story?
Ted Williams, Ken Andrews, Kevin McLoughlin, Doral Chenoweth III,Tony Florentino, Shane Cormier
6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
"We run into these guys at the exit ramps and we pretty much ignore them," said Chenoweth, who was en route with his wife to the grocery store when he first saw Williams. "This guy was using his talent."
7. How many paragraphs is the story?
Around 30 (short, some just two sentences or less)
8. How many words is the story (hint: you can copy and paste into Word and get a word count)?
762 words
9. What is significant about the lead (lede) and the final paragraph of the story?
They both talk about Ted's voice, stating "That Voice" in the beginning and then, in the end, that you should listen closely for that voice on the radio could be his.
10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
I think to add interest and a sort of dramatic effect to the writing.
11. Was the story interesting to read?
Yes
12. When you finished the story, but BEFORE you watched the video, did you want to hear the voice?
Definitely, yes.
13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
I got the vision of Ted Williams and when I went back to read his quotes I heard his "golden" voice.
14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
Yes
15. Did the writer try to come up with a way for you to hear the voice, i.e. did he try to describe the voice or give you a way to "hear" the voice without really hearing it?
Yes
16. How did the writer do that?
The writer inserted several of his quotes within the paragraphs and stories, the quotes he said with his radio, golden voice.
In a hard news lede it states as many facts as it can about the event or stories while in this one it explained everything gradually with little inserts of Ted talking with his quotes.
2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who
b. What
c. Where
d. When
e. Why
f. How
The second paragraph
3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes
4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?
Yes, at times throughout the news story.
5. Who is quoted in the story?
Ted Williams, Ken Andrews, Kevin McLoughlin, Doral Chenoweth III,Tony Florentino, Shane Cormier
6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
"We run into these guys at the exit ramps and we pretty much ignore them," said Chenoweth, who was en route with his wife to the grocery store when he first saw Williams. "This guy was using his talent."
7. How many paragraphs is the story?
Around 30 (short, some just two sentences or less)
8. How many words is the story (hint: you can copy and paste into Word and get a word count)?
762 words
9. What is significant about the lead (lede) and the final paragraph of the story?
They both talk about Ted's voice, stating "That Voice" in the beginning and then, in the end, that you should listen closely for that voice on the radio could be his.
10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
I think to add interest and a sort of dramatic effect to the writing.
11. Was the story interesting to read?
Yes
12. When you finished the story, but BEFORE you watched the video, did you want to hear the voice?
Definitely, yes.
13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
I got the vision of Ted Williams and when I went back to read his quotes I heard his "golden" voice.
14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
Yes
15. Did the writer try to come up with a way for you to hear the voice, i.e. did he try to describe the voice or give you a way to "hear" the voice without really hearing it?
Yes
16. How did the writer do that?
The writer inserted several of his quotes within the paragraphs and stories, the quotes he said with his radio, golden voice.
Monday, November 3, 2014
Peer Reflection #2
1. Who wrote the story?
Avery Wohleb
2. What is their story about?
Their thoughts and opinions about the Legend series by Marie Lu.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"Legend, Prodigy, and Champion, the trilogy by the brilliant Marie Lu, is an excellent and highly recommended story for those who enjoy dystopian stories such as The Hunger Games and Divergent."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Yes
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean do they ever write anything that makes it sounds like they really aren't sure about their opinion?
No
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
Third
8. Can you tell if this person was writing an editorial or a straight commentary piece?
I could tell it was a commentary piece because of her word choice and that it is a review.
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1. Who wrote the story?
Hera Malik
2. What is their story about?
Younger children being exposed to too many things that are too old for them.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"Younger children are gaining access to many things that they definitely shouldn't be at their age."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Yes
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean do they ever write anything that makes it sounds like they really aren't sure about their opinion?
No
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
First person
8. Can you tell if this person was writing an editorial or a straight commentary piece?
Commentary Piece- it's very forward and obvious
Current Events Quiz 11.3.14
1.What internet speeds will Google Fiber potentially bring to business in Austin when it arrives? Page A1 "Businesses: Google Fiber..."
It will be 1 gigabit-per-second which is 100 times faster than our current internet speeds.
2. What band does Thomas Magnuson play in" Page B1 "Musical McCallum teens..."
the Mr. Clark Experience
3. What states are considering raising the minimum wage in the upcoming election? Page B5 "Small businesses divided..."
Alaska, Arkansas, Illinois, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
4. What were the final scores in both the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans football games this weekend? Page C1
Cowboys: (28-17) and Texans: (31-32)
5. On page D2 in the section called Joe Gross Pop Culture Countdown, pick your top-5 things coming soon and list them in order.
1. The Alternative Juke-Box (2)
2. Revival by Stephen King (10)
3. Interstellar (6)
4. Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (4)
5. Pink Floyd "The Endless River" (9)
Short Answer: Read the story on page C6 called "Dying wish is a dream come true for Hill"
Answer the following questions:
A. Is this story written in a different style than we have encountered so far in our journalism writing experience? HOW?
Yes, because this is a more personal story. It's not about a case or an opinion. This is more like facts in a personal and communicative sort of style.
B. How did the story impact your emotionally?
The thought of not getting to live your whole life but for only just a few more months is horrific. But seeing this girl be able to fulfill her dreams and watch them come true in that short time made me very happy.
C. What is wrong with Hill
She has a brain tumor.
D. What two awards has Hill won?
The U.S. Basketball Writer's Association Pat Summit Most Courageous Award.
It will be 1 gigabit-per-second which is 100 times faster than our current internet speeds.
2. What band does Thomas Magnuson play in" Page B1 "Musical McCallum teens..."
the Mr. Clark Experience
3. What states are considering raising the minimum wage in the upcoming election? Page B5 "Small businesses divided..."
Alaska, Arkansas, Illinois, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
4. What were the final scores in both the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans football games this weekend? Page C1
Cowboys: (28-17) and Texans: (31-32)
5. On page D2 in the section called Joe Gross Pop Culture Countdown, pick your top-5 things coming soon and list them in order.
1. The Alternative Juke-Box (2)
2. Revival by Stephen King (10)
3. Interstellar (6)
4. Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (4)
5. Pink Floyd "The Endless River" (9)
Short Answer: Read the story on page C6 called "Dying wish is a dream come true for Hill"
Answer the following questions:
A. Is this story written in a different style than we have encountered so far in our journalism writing experience? HOW?
Yes, because this is a more personal story. It's not about a case or an opinion. This is more like facts in a personal and communicative sort of style.
B. How did the story impact your emotionally?
The thought of not getting to live your whole life but for only just a few more months is horrific. But seeing this girl be able to fulfill her dreams and watch them come true in that short time made me very happy.
C. What is wrong with Hill
She has a brain tumor.
D. What two awards has Hill won?
The U.S. Basketball Writer's Association Pat Summit Most Courageous Award.
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Opinion Piece #2
Ask the Passengers by A.S. King: "PHENOMENAL AND IMPORTANT"
Let me begin by saying everything about this book is pure and true. A.S. King, being one of my favorite authors of ALL-TIME, hooked me in by the time I finished the first chapter.
Ask the Passengers is beautifully poetic and intellectual. King offers controversial points to the reading without pushing it to a radical boundary. And King’s main character, Astrid, is a non-label, non-conformist senior girl in high school about to face the reality that is life. But the thing that keeps her from living the life she wants is not just her unloving mother, her pushy best friend, or the dull and shallow town of Unity Valley she was forced to move to- it’s falling in love.
Before you toss the thought of this book aside after reading that last line, please, hear me out. Astrid Jones is a compelling and intellectual character who isn’t afraid to question the important things in life. Being captivated by Philosophy, her only best friend is the famous philosopher Socrates who appears in her mind as a person of comfort when she grows lost. And by questing the acceptable things in this small town, Astrid finds a blossoming love for a girl. But she, for once, has no idea what to do or how she feels about this.
Set in a small, dull town where anything that’s against the normal, none popular traits in society are immediately a minority- an outcast. Having an obsessive mother against anything abnormal, Astrid’s developing sexuality is a challenge to come out with.
But there is something she can go to find a peace in this mad mind of her’s- airplanes. Laying on picnic benches around her small, stuck-up town she stares up at the skies to watch passengers in airplanes flyby. Using the love she keeps in, Astrid sends all the feelings and thoughts up to them with “I love you” ‘s and questions about what is right and what is wrong.
And these passengers receive the love, feel it- and it changes Astrid’s and their lives completely. With just a few simple, loving words.
This book confronts major social-acceptance problems. Intertwining philosophy, tough decisions, relevant arguments, and important topics, this novel will change how you see society as a whole. I see and think differently now after reading and thinking about the subjects brought up in King’s story- for the better. The characters are crafted nicely to fit within the different things we face and argue with in the social aspects of life, and allegories spring up through characters that make you think, and think, and think.
Being one of the top ten best books I have EVER read and also one of the best books I’ve read this 2014, Ask the Passengers is an unforgettable journey with concepts that will haunt you long after the last page is turned.
Let me begin by saying everything about this book is pure and true. A.S. King, being one of my favorite authors of ALL-TIME, hooked me in by the time I finished the first chapter.
Ask the Passengers is beautifully poetic and intellectual. King offers controversial points to the reading without pushing it to a radical boundary. And King’s main character, Astrid, is a non-label, non-conformist senior girl in high school about to face the reality that is life. But the thing that keeps her from living the life she wants is not just her unloving mother, her pushy best friend, or the dull and shallow town of Unity Valley she was forced to move to- it’s falling in love.
Before you toss the thought of this book aside after reading that last line, please, hear me out. Astrid Jones is a compelling and intellectual character who isn’t afraid to question the important things in life. Being captivated by Philosophy, her only best friend is the famous philosopher Socrates who appears in her mind as a person of comfort when she grows lost. And by questing the acceptable things in this small town, Astrid finds a blossoming love for a girl. But she, for once, has no idea what to do or how she feels about this.
Set in a small, dull town where anything that’s against the normal, none popular traits in society are immediately a minority- an outcast. Having an obsessive mother against anything abnormal, Astrid’s developing sexuality is a challenge to come out with.
But there is something she can go to find a peace in this mad mind of her’s- airplanes. Laying on picnic benches around her small, stuck-up town she stares up at the skies to watch passengers in airplanes flyby. Using the love she keeps in, Astrid sends all the feelings and thoughts up to them with “I love you” ‘s and questions about what is right and what is wrong.
And these passengers receive the love, feel it- and it changes Astrid’s and their lives completely. With just a few simple, loving words.
This book confronts major social-acceptance problems. Intertwining philosophy, tough decisions, relevant arguments, and important topics, this novel will change how you see society as a whole. I see and think differently now after reading and thinking about the subjects brought up in King’s story- for the better. The characters are crafted nicely to fit within the different things we face and argue with in the social aspects of life, and allegories spring up through characters that make you think, and think, and think.
Being one of the top ten best books I have EVER read and also one of the best books I’ve read this 2014, Ask the Passengers is an unforgettable journey with concepts that will haunt you long after the last page is turned.
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Editorials and Personal Columns
Ideas:
1. Social Acceptance: What is "Cool" and what is "Not" or what is "Acceptable" and what is "Not Acceptable" among each other and peers.
2. Testing towards what the STAAR and EOC's are over instead of what we individually need to learn and how we learn
3. Adjustments and Help for the Mentally Ill students: (Anxiety, Syndromes, Depression, etc.)
Someone who I go back to a lot to see their thoughts and opinions on issues are blogs about writing and the act of writing. Also, another thing I really love going back to reading (on tumblr usually) are opinionative writings about how we live today, how we communicate, and who we are in a poetic sense. Sometimes they are just little snippets of thoughts while other times it's this whole, long article with facts and opinions to prove it. But it's almost always in a poetic or even surreal way of describing it.
1. Social Acceptance: What is "Cool" and what is "Not" or what is "Acceptable" and what is "Not Acceptable" among each other and peers.
2. Testing towards what the STAAR and EOC's are over instead of what we individually need to learn and how we learn
3. Adjustments and Help for the Mentally Ill students: (Anxiety, Syndromes, Depression, etc.)
Someone who I go back to a lot to see their thoughts and opinions on issues are blogs about writing and the act of writing. Also, another thing I really love going back to reading (on tumblr usually) are opinionative writings about how we live today, how we communicate, and who we are in a poetic sense. Sometimes they are just little snippets of thoughts while other times it's this whole, long article with facts and opinions to prove it. But it's almost always in a poetic or even surreal way of describing it.
Peer Reflection #1
http://lenasjournalism.blogspot.com/2014/10/opinions-writing-preview.html?showComment=1414516033269#c4385259399483991915
1. Who wrote the story?
Yelena James
2. What is their story about?
The piece was about their opinion on cafeteria food.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
I've had school lunch and some of it is not all that bad but also i gag at the smell of it.
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Yes, briefly
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
Yes, there were several times when the writer would say "not all of the school food is bad" but then they'd go off describing the gross things and then the good things. It was sort of all over the place.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
Yes, three
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
The different type of twins and how they develop.
"That supports the saying that twins have an unbreakable bond and are in a way “connected” to each other." This was the only thing I found close to an opinion. I felt like I was being educate din a lesson rather than hearing someone's thoughts or opinions about the subject.
No
There was no real opinion, it was all factual.
No
1. Who wrote the story?
Yelena James
2. What is their story about?
The piece was about their opinion on cafeteria food.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
I've had school lunch and some of it is not all that bad but also i gag at the smell of it.
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Yes, briefly
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
Yes, there were several times when the writer would say "not all of the school food is bad" but then they'd go off describing the gross things and then the good things. It was sort of all over the place.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
Yes, three
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
First person
1. Who wrote the story?
Emma K
Emma K
2. What is their story about?
The different type of twins and how they develop.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"That supports the saying that twins have an unbreakable bond and are in a way “connected” to each other." This was the only thing I found close to an opinion. I felt like I was being educate din a lesson rather than hearing someone's thoughts or opinions about the subject.
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
No
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
There was no real opinion, it was all factual.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
1st
1st
Friday, October 24, 2014
CE #2.7
1. Why were multiple same-sex schools started in AISD? Page A1 "New single-sex schools..."
To help improve suffering neighborhoods with test grades and also the education system of the schools.
2. What is the name of the first person who is the first confirmed case of Ebola in New York City? Page A3 "Physician in New York..."
Dr. Craig Spencer
3. Who is the current favorite to become the new governor of Texas? Page B1
Greg Abbott
4. What is former UT football star Vince Young's new job title? Page C1"Vince Young, diversity salesman"
A development officer for alumni relations in the university’s Division of Diversity and Community Engagement.
5. In the Tech Extra section, on page SA3, which one of the 4 items in the main story on the page would you like to own and WHY?
I would like to own Ue Boom Bluetooth speaker because I love music and my speaker recently broke. Also, this one seems to be very resistant to dust and damage so it would most likely be worth the money.
Short Answer:
Read BOTH of the articles on page A11 at the top under the headline Balanced Views. What arguments are both making about the current political situation in the United States? Why do you think there are titles "From the Left" and "From the Right" on those two stories? Why would the newspaper put this in on the opinions pages? What the the newspapers goals doing this?
I see two arguments about elections and happenings from the democratic side and the promises from the Republican side of these two parties. The issues discussed are ISIS, foreign policy, and Ebola. I watch a lot of news and my mother has educated me on government and politics a bit so I do know what these terms are getting at. "On the Left" means the democratic side of things. "On the Right" means Republican side. Both of these parties are all about a certain opinion. Each side has a general opinion on how certain things should be run and carried out when it comes to politics and government. Both of them clash and disagree, having their differences in what they think is right and what is wrong. This makes these two articles an opinion piece even though they state facts within them. Newspapers put these out there for 1) educate the Americans on what their government's recent events and happenings have been, 2) Update them on the political parties' thoughts and opinions about recent happenings and 3) Show an actual Democrat or Republican's thoughts on a matter at hand.
To help improve suffering neighborhoods with test grades and also the education system of the schools.
2. What is the name of the first person who is the first confirmed case of Ebola in New York City? Page A3 "Physician in New York..."
Dr. Craig Spencer
3. Who is the current favorite to become the new governor of Texas? Page B1
Greg Abbott
4. What is former UT football star Vince Young's new job title? Page C1"Vince Young, diversity salesman"
A development officer for alumni relations in the university’s Division of Diversity and Community Engagement.
I would like to own Ue Boom Bluetooth speaker because I love music and my speaker recently broke. Also, this one seems to be very resistant to dust and damage so it would most likely be worth the money.
Short Answer:
Read BOTH of the articles on page A11 at the top under the headline Balanced Views. What arguments are both making about the current political situation in the United States? Why do you think there are titles "From the Left" and "From the Right" on those two stories? Why would the newspaper put this in on the opinions pages? What the the newspapers goals doing this?
I see two arguments about elections and happenings from the democratic side and the promises from the Republican side of these two parties. The issues discussed are ISIS, foreign policy, and Ebola. I watch a lot of news and my mother has educated me on government and politics a bit so I do know what these terms are getting at. "On the Left" means the democratic side of things. "On the Right" means Republican side. Both of these parties are all about a certain opinion. Each side has a general opinion on how certain things should be run and carried out when it comes to politics and government. Both of them clash and disagree, having their differences in what they think is right and what is wrong. This makes these two articles an opinion piece even though they state facts within them. Newspapers put these out there for 1) educate the Americans on what their government's recent events and happenings have been, 2) Update them on the political parties' thoughts and opinions about recent happenings and 3) Show an actual Democrat or Republican's thoughts on a matter at hand.
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
First Opinion Piece
Judging Literature: Why Banned Books Are Trite
Literature has been an act of freedom and comfort for most writers and readers, especially for children. As an advocate reader and writer myself, I have read all sorts of books, most of them being controversial. But when good books are banned? That’s where the line needs to be drawn.
Last year, the banning of certain children’s books has resurfaced in schools and communities. 307 attempts were made to ban certain books from the shelves of libraries.
When I first came across this news I was shell-shocked. Through my eyes this is an idiotic rule to put down. During one of my Teen Press Corps meetings at Book People, I was given a packet filled with names of recently banned books. My first instinct was to question it. Why take loved stories from children?
Having asked around and done research before, I gathered background information on the adults’ side of the story. For example, the number one most popular banned book is the beloved Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. Parents argued for banning this series, saying it promoted witchcraft and was much too dark for children.
Other popular banned books include the Outsiders by S.E. Hinton, Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, various John Green novels, and classics like To Kill A Mockingbird. It has been proved that most of these books were banned on behalf of “sexually explicit” content, “offensive language” and “anti-Christian acts”, all from parents’ point of view.
Addressing the point about “anti-Christian acts”, I am a Christian myself speaking out against this argument. I have read many books with magic, witches, and cruel behavior, but never has it given me any ideas on reflecting those actions in my own life.
Now, having the whole school’s library removed from owning a specific book is not only unfair to the whole schools’ students, but also everyone who is witnessing the banish. This has been a popular act that parents for banning-books from a whole group or community have been doing.
And let’s remember how some children use these stories as comfort. Being a type of person who loves books like friends and family, just the thought of having one of my favorite books be taken away from me hurts. Children all over are having intellectual and beautiful stories like these numbered few being banished from their ownership and mind.
As a result of banning books, authors have the freedom of speech and expression (as stated in the First Amendment) to publish works that may seem too violent or “promote” offensive actions. Authors have their right to get their work out there while not being attacked for the content they’ve put within it.
Instead of entirely taking away a book from a whole community or group, there are solutions where a parent can regulate just their child's reading instead of taking that freedom from others at the same time. These books are part of our education, interests, and also our generation and history. The act of taking something from a whole group or community is not fair to the others.
On the other side, parents do have the right to regulate what their kids read. What they don’t have the right to do is take a whole group of childrens’ books away from them without their parents’ consent.
Banning books is something I look down upon and continue to do as more books are added to the banished lists. Books are a comfort, a joy, and a pleasure thing that some readers take personally. The act of taking away loved (and some being fairly important) stories is not right and shouldn’t be continued.
Literature has been an act of freedom and comfort for most writers and readers, especially for children. As an advocate reader and writer myself, I have read all sorts of books, most of them being controversial. But when good books are banned? That’s where the line needs to be drawn.
Last year, the banning of certain children’s books has resurfaced in schools and communities. 307 attempts were made to ban certain books from the shelves of libraries.
When I first came across this news I was shell-shocked. Through my eyes this is an idiotic rule to put down. During one of my Teen Press Corps meetings at Book People, I was given a packet filled with names of recently banned books. My first instinct was to question it. Why take loved stories from children?
Having asked around and done research before, I gathered background information on the adults’ side of the story. For example, the number one most popular banned book is the beloved Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. Parents argued for banning this series, saying it promoted witchcraft and was much too dark for children.
Other popular banned books include the Outsiders by S.E. Hinton, Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, various John Green novels, and classics like To Kill A Mockingbird. It has been proved that most of these books were banned on behalf of “sexually explicit” content, “offensive language” and “anti-Christian acts”, all from parents’ point of view.
Addressing the point about “anti-Christian acts”, I am a Christian myself speaking out against this argument. I have read many books with magic, witches, and cruel behavior, but never has it given me any ideas on reflecting those actions in my own life.
Now, having the whole school’s library removed from owning a specific book is not only unfair to the whole schools’ students, but also everyone who is witnessing the banish. This has been a popular act that parents for banning-books from a whole group or community have been doing.
And let’s remember how some children use these stories as comfort. Being a type of person who loves books like friends and family, just the thought of having one of my favorite books be taken away from me hurts. Children all over are having intellectual and beautiful stories like these numbered few being banished from their ownership and mind.
As a result of banning books, authors have the freedom of speech and expression (as stated in the First Amendment) to publish works that may seem too violent or “promote” offensive actions. Authors have their right to get their work out there while not being attacked for the content they’ve put within it.
Instead of entirely taking away a book from a whole community or group, there are solutions where a parent can regulate just their child's reading instead of taking that freedom from others at the same time. These books are part of our education, interests, and also our generation and history. The act of taking something from a whole group or community is not fair to the others.
On the other side, parents do have the right to regulate what their kids read. What they don’t have the right to do is take a whole group of childrens’ books away from them without their parents’ consent.
Banning books is something I look down upon and continue to do as more books are added to the banished lists. Books are a comfort, a joy, and a pleasure thing that some readers take personally. The act of taking away loved (and some being fairly important) stories is not right and shouldn’t be continued.
Monday, October 20, 2014
SNO Online Papers
Share the Memories
1. Who wrote the story?
Adelaide Risberg, Assistant Editor
2. What is their story about?
An overview of the new, summer movie The Giver and their own opinion about what they thought after seeing it and reading the book.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"This movie was surprisingly good, even though the story strayed a little from the plotline; it resolved the cliffhanger which with Lowry ended the book."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
A little bit, but not much.
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
Yes, the writer stated that if the movie had followed the book better it may have been even better than it is already.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
1. Who wrote the story?
Adelaide Risberg, Assistant Editor
2. What is their story about?
An overview of the new, summer movie The Giver and their own opinion about what they thought after seeing it and reading the book.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"This movie was surprisingly good, even though the story strayed a little from the plotline; it resolved the cliffhanger which with Lowry ended the book."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
A little bit, but not much.
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
Yes, the writer stated that if the movie had followed the book better it may have been even better than it is already.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
3rd person
The school should consider block scheduling
1. Who wrote the story?
Courtney Stringfellow, Writer
2. What is their story about?
The writer explains her thoughts on why their school should have block scheduling to help with managing assignments and supports it with opinions, thoughts, and facts.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"Additionally, block scheduling allows students more time to complete assignments."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
No
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
No, they were straight to their facts and opinions.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
1st
Student calls for change in grading policy
1. Who wrote the story?
Alaina Galasso, Opinions Editor
2. What is their story about?
The students' actions and thoughts on why the grading policy should be changed.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"The grading policy should be rethought to promote learning and decrease the stress of students."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
Yes
5. Were they wishy-washy with their opinion? By this I mean did they every go back and say well maybe if this were to happen, then their opinion wouldn't be valid. Support your opinion.
No, they were not.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?
3rd
Personal Essays
1. What was one idea that the writer gave in the Wide Range of Topics section that you can use as you start deciding on a topic?
"Bes sure your essay is about something care strongly enough about to wax eloquent and passionate about it." (I really liked this tip. It's simple, but strong.)
2. What was one idea the writer gave in the Opinions Pieces section that you should remember as you are writing your piece?
"Details draw the reader in, generalizations keep them out. Be specific. Avoid using abstract expressions and phrases such as “the best day of my life”, “my happiest moment as a parent”, “I’d never known greater grief” to describe emotions of love, loss, anger, joy, satisfaction, etc. Make these emotions real and immediate by noting specifics and details that draw the reader into the experience, rather than just setting them aside as observers."
3. List three suggestions the writer makes in the Personal Essays and Crafts section that you will use as you write.
"Bes sure your essay is about something care strongly enough about to wax eloquent and passionate about it." (I really liked this tip. It's simple, but strong.)
2. What was one idea the writer gave in the Opinions Pieces section that you should remember as you are writing your piece?
"Details draw the reader in, generalizations keep them out. Be specific. Avoid using abstract expressions and phrases such as “the best day of my life”, “my happiest moment as a parent”, “I’d never known greater grief” to describe emotions of love, loss, anger, joy, satisfaction, etc. Make these emotions real and immediate by noting specifics and details that draw the reader into the experience, rather than just setting them aside as observers."
3. List three suggestions the writer makes in the Personal Essays and Crafts section that you will use as you write.
1. Be sure your facts are accurate, but this is an opinion essay- it is not all facts but more on your own thoughts and opinion.
2. Hook the reader right at the beginning to keep them wanting to read more.
3. Write as evocatively as possible. (Use imagery, poetic devices, figurative language, etc.)
CE #2.6
1. Where could one go to find out where they should vote and what hours they are open? Page A1 "Voters asked to..." (HINT: the answer is on this page)
Voting is through October 31st and people can find out where they go to vote at the bottom of the article, according to what county they live in.
2. Why is Whole Foods launching a series of national ads? Page B9 "Whole Foods launching..."
There are several companies that have better prices that are rising, so they set out to use these national ads to rid themselves of their negative nickname and get back in the game.
3. What change could encourage football teams in Class 6A (which Bowie is in) to win their districts? Page C1 "District football champs…"
District champions will have home-field advantage in the first round of playoffs. The Higher seed would have the option of playing at home.
4. What kind of things might one find at the City-Wide Garage Sale? AND where and when is it? AND have you been? Page D2 "...been to the…"
Furniture, clothing, jewelry, artifacts, house ware, etc. And almost all of it is vintage! It is at the Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs road this Saturday and Sunday.
5. Read the first letter to Dear Abby on page D5 (it is at the bottom) about halloween costumes. Do you agree with the advice and should the little girl wear the costume she wants?
In my opinion I think it is completely okay for the little girl to have the toy gun with her costume. It wouldn't do harm and it is part of their culture in Montana where she lives anyway. So yes, I agree with the advice given.
Short Answer:
Today begins early voting across the city. There are a number of important issues on the ballot and the last few days of the newspaper have been filled with information, advice and commentary. In addition, mailboxes across town have been filled with flyers and advertisements from people running for office. Do you think voting is important? Do you know if your parents vote? What do you think you are supposed to do as a responsible citizen in a democracy? Do you have any ideas what some of the major issues are this election? Do you think local elections play any role in the bigger national political process?
Voting is one of the most important laws and freedoms we have in America. My parents vote for anything they can and are able to vote for. As a responsible citizen in a democracy, voting is one of the major impacts you can do to help and contribute as a citizen. It gives your opinion, support, and can help change your community for the better. I'm not very sure what is going on in this election (surprisingly- I watch the news all the time) or what the topics are over. If it's a local one, it is most likely going to be about our city/state representatives and the issues of money going on. And local elections do have a major role in national, political processes. For example, if we got for a Democratic governor instead of a Republican that we've had in the past, it may change our chances in the national political voting's.
Voting is through October 31st and people can find out where they go to vote at the bottom of the article, according to what county they live in.
2. Why is Whole Foods launching a series of national ads? Page B9 "Whole Foods launching..."
There are several companies that have better prices that are rising, so they set out to use these national ads to rid themselves of their negative nickname and get back in the game.
3. What change could encourage football teams in Class 6A (which Bowie is in) to win their districts? Page C1 "District football champs…"
District champions will have home-field advantage in the first round of playoffs. The Higher seed would have the option of playing at home.
4. What kind of things might one find at the City-Wide Garage Sale? AND where and when is it? AND have you been? Page D2 "...been to the…"
Furniture, clothing, jewelry, artifacts, house ware, etc. And almost all of it is vintage! It is at the Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs road this Saturday and Sunday.
5. Read the first letter to Dear Abby on page D5 (it is at the bottom) about halloween costumes. Do you agree with the advice and should the little girl wear the costume she wants?
In my opinion I think it is completely okay for the little girl to have the toy gun with her costume. It wouldn't do harm and it is part of their culture in Montana where she lives anyway. So yes, I agree with the advice given.
Short Answer:
Today begins early voting across the city. There are a number of important issues on the ballot and the last few days of the newspaper have been filled with information, advice and commentary. In addition, mailboxes across town have been filled with flyers and advertisements from people running for office. Do you think voting is important? Do you know if your parents vote? What do you think you are supposed to do as a responsible citizen in a democracy? Do you have any ideas what some of the major issues are this election? Do you think local elections play any role in the bigger national political process?
Voting is one of the most important laws and freedoms we have in America. My parents vote for anything they can and are able to vote for. As a responsible citizen in a democracy, voting is one of the major impacts you can do to help and contribute as a citizen. It gives your opinion, support, and can help change your community for the better. I'm not very sure what is going on in this election (surprisingly- I watch the news all the time) or what the topics are over. If it's a local one, it is most likely going to be about our city/state representatives and the issues of money going on. And local elections do have a major role in national, political processes. For example, if we got for a Democratic governor instead of a Republican that we've had in the past, it may change our chances in the national political voting's.
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