1. Why did Bowie student Jack Guy design Grade Buzz?
Jack Guy designed this to make it more user-friendly and easy to access. The app uses the 2 main points students go to my.austinisd.org, grades and FIT.
2. After the huge snowstorms hit Buffalo, NY last week, what is the next major concern for the region?
The next big concern is the snow melting and the threat of flooding.
3. What point is cartoonist, Chan Lowe, trying to make in the political cartoon on page A11?
Chan Lowe is trying to say that all these sales can end up with you being broke or losing even more money because there are so many sales you buy a lot more stuff.
4. Why is Alexis Alpha suing the San Marcos police department?
He aggressively physically assaulted her while arresting her.
5. Why are theme parks struggling to attract new visitors?
The overpowering amount of electronics people have today keep them from going to theme parks and they need a ride that will get you off your butt and get you there.
Short Answer: What impact does Capitol Metro's decision to raise fares by $.50 in January potentially have on the people of Austin?
This impact could change the way people choose to get to their jobs and around Austin. This does benefit the Capital Metro industry in their money making which is what they want. This can affect those not able to pay for a full time car and need bus transportation to get to work to support themselves. This raise in bus fares can change how many times they can even ride the bus every day and might change how they can even get to their jobs or anywhere faster than walking.
Monday, November 24, 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Feature Story Example
1. When you read the headline, were you at all interested in the story?
Yes I was very interested.
2. After you completed the story, what were two things you learned about that you did not know before
At Iwo Jima, where 6,000 Americans died, 1,800 of them in a single day.
What Honor flights really were and how they were taking WW2 veterans to the memorial to thank them and let them reflect.
3. Was the story better than you expected after reading the headline?
Yes it was such a good story.
4. What person was the story written in?
3rd person point of view.
5. Did the chronological format help the story in your opinion?
I think it really helped you understand how Honor Flights work and get the true story behind the men also.
6. How many different people did the writer quote in the story?
Around 15 different people.
7. What was the thematic element the writer used throughout the story?
Time being a thief.
8. How did the quotes help the story?
You got to hear true words and stories from veterans and it really connects to your heart.
9. Was the story written in a very strict, quote-transition format?
No it wasn't.
10. How is this story different than the hard news pieces we have written in the past?
This is a more emotional piece and has imagery to bring the piece to a whole different stand which you don't see in hard news pieces.
Yes I was very interested.
2. After you completed the story, what were two things you learned about that you did not know before
At Iwo Jima, where 6,000 Americans died, 1,800 of them in a single day.
What Honor flights really were and how they were taking WW2 veterans to the memorial to thank them and let them reflect.
3. Was the story better than you expected after reading the headline?
Yes it was such a good story.
4. What person was the story written in?
3rd person point of view.
5. Did the chronological format help the story in your opinion?
I think it really helped you understand how Honor Flights work and get the true story behind the men also.
6. How many different people did the writer quote in the story?
Around 15 different people.
7. What was the thematic element the writer used throughout the story?
Time being a thief.
8. How did the quotes help the story?
You got to hear true words and stories from veterans and it really connects to your heart.
9. Was the story written in a very strict, quote-transition format?
No it wasn't.
10. How is this story different than the hard news pieces we have written in the past?
This is a more emotional piece and has imagery to bring the piece to a whole different stand which you don't see in hard news pieces.
C.E. #3.2
1. Why would the city spend money to develop two PGA-level golf courses in East Austin?
It will be a tourist attraction to draw visitors and create jobs but to bring more revenue in.
2. What is the % of 1st time gun buyers purchasing weapons at Metro Shooting Supplies in Ferguson, MO?
About 60% 1st time buyers purchased weapons.
3. How many feet of snow fell in Buffalo, NY in a 24 hour period yesterday?
5 1/2 feet of snow fell in Buffalo, NY in 24 hours.
4. Why were 2 Austin Police Department officers suspended yesterday?
They made remarks on video with a joke about rape involved.
5. What has helped Target stores report an increase of 3.2% on profits?
People are buying more beauty products, toys, and back-to-school items that increased their sales since the data breach.
6. Who are the current projected teams who will play in the 1st ever NCAA football play-offs?
Alabama, Oregon, Florida State, and Baylor for the 4 teams. The fifth is Mississippi State.
7. What are three of the best items you can build to improve your outdoor space to make it more livable?
Outdoor kitchens, Outdoor fireplaces, and fire pits.
8. Why is Players burger joint closing?
The property is going to be used for Rowling Hall, a new building for the McComb'sSchool of Business. The UT System Board of Regents voted to purchase the land in 2012.
It will be a tourist attraction to draw visitors and create jobs but to bring more revenue in.
2. What is the % of 1st time gun buyers purchasing weapons at Metro Shooting Supplies in Ferguson, MO?
About 60% 1st time buyers purchased weapons.
3. How many feet of snow fell in Buffalo, NY in a 24 hour period yesterday?
5 1/2 feet of snow fell in Buffalo, NY in 24 hours.
4. Why were 2 Austin Police Department officers suspended yesterday?
They made remarks on video with a joke about rape involved.
5. What has helped Target stores report an increase of 3.2% on profits?
People are buying more beauty products, toys, and back-to-school items that increased their sales since the data breach.
6. Who are the current projected teams who will play in the 1st ever NCAA football play-offs?
Alabama, Oregon, Florida State, and Baylor for the 4 teams. The fifth is Mississippi State.
7. What are three of the best items you can build to improve your outdoor space to make it more livable?
Outdoor kitchens, Outdoor fireplaces, and fire pits.
8. Why is Players burger joint closing?
The property is going to be used for Rowling Hall, a new building for the McComb'sSchool of Business. The UT System Board of Regents voted to purchase the land in 2012.
9. Which of the 5 items in the Long Weekend Five Things to Do would you like to go to?
I would go see the Austin Symphony's "Christmas in the Community".
10. Do you ever read your horoscope? Go to page D5 and read yours and respond to the predictions.
I would go see the Austin Symphony's "Christmas in the Community".
10. Do you ever read your horoscope? Go to page D5 and read yours and respond to the predictions.
Taurus: "You may not approve of another person’s lifestyle, habits and aesthetics, but it’s too much trouble to actively dislike such things. Besides, what a dull world it would be without tasteless people!"
I actually approve of peoples lifestyles and habits except for smoking which drives me crazy but I guess it is their choice so I will still dislike I might just try not to express my disliking for it as much.
Feature Story Brainstorm
1. Who is your main subject?
Mom
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to)?
Dad
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
Their interesting trip to Paris.
4. Which angle from above will you write the story?
3rd person
5. Then to help you get going faster, come up with 20 questions that you can ask your main subject.
Mom
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to)?
Dad
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
Their interesting trip to Paris.
4. Which angle from above will you write the story?
3rd person
5. Then to help you get going faster, come up with 20 questions that you can ask your main subject.
Subject: mom
1. What date did you go?
1. What date did you go?
2. What important places did you go to?
3. Who all did you go with?
4. How long were you there for?
5. Do you think that was the best time of the year to go? Why or why not?
6. What was your favorite thing about Paris?
7. Was there anything strange and weird that you saw? If so, what was it?
8. What kind of food did you eat when you were there?
9. What was the occasion to go to Paris?
10. Why did you decide to go to Paris?
11. What was the most frustrating or hardest part of the trip?
12. Did anything go wrong that seems funny now?
13. What are one interesting thing about Paris that the average person doesn't know?
14. What are some fun things to do in Paris?
15. How was transportation? How did you get places?
16. Was there anything there that you didn't like
about Paris?
17. Paris is known for shopping and fashion. Did you go anywhere good to shop at?18. Did you go anywhere else besides Paris? If so what did you do there?
19. Was there anything that surprised you to be really cool? Why or why not?
20. Now that you've been to Paris, what are two other places you would like to go?
6. Once you complete that portion, you need to come up with 5-10 questions you need to ask your
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.
Dad
1. What was your favorite place in Paris and why?
Dad
1. What was your favorite place in Paris and why?
2. What food did you like to eat?
3. What are some strange or different things you saw there?
4. Why did you want to go to Paris?
5. What are some fun things to do in Paris
6. What are 2 places you would like to go after going to Paris?
Martha (Grandma & Dad's Mom)
1. What was your favorite place in Paris and why?
2. Were you excited to go on the tour?
3.What was the place you wanted to go to the most?
3.What was the place you wanted to go to the most?
4.Did Paris live up to what you imagined? Why or why not?
5.What 2 places do you want to go since you've now been to Paris?
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
-Paris is the most visited city in the world.
-The world capital city for shopping and fashion.
-The main source to tour in Paris is by boat.
-Paris is divided by the Seine River.
-The most famous park in Paris is the Bois de Boulogne
8. Write when you plan to conduct the interview(s)?
Over Thanksgiving Break.
9. Where you will interview them (some interviews are better to do in the persons environment, while
-Paris is the most visited city in the world.
-The world capital city for shopping and fashion.
-The main source to tour in Paris is by boat.
-Paris is divided by the Seine River.
-The most famous park in Paris is the Bois de Boulogne
8. Write when you plan to conduct the interview(s)?
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)?
At my house.
10. How will you record the information? (taking notes is ideal, and if you want to record the
At my house.
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.)
taking notes.
Friday, November 14, 2014
Key Ingredients
- A Great Lede
The details of how this came to be. "A 47-page affidavit from an F.B.I. agent investigating a prostitution ring.
To show this wasn't the first time she had been hired by him. "a return customer, "
2. Her height and weight."5-foot-5, 105 pounds."
How you would describe her looks"Pretty and petite"
3. I do this seems really interesting and I want to know more.
- Description
4. "legs tucked into her emaciated chest."
"Though she looked old enough to be in school,"
"Her ribs and collarbone jutted out;"
5. "she was naked"
"crawling with lice."
6. There are bugs in her room, she is malnourished, she has lice, and she has no clothes but a diaper.
7. Yes this is the saddest thing and I want to know if she is okay and not dead or anything!
- Quotes
9. I do but I don't. This is so sad but I want to know if anything else is damaged or anyone else is hurt besides the children.
- Anecdotes
"nearly 1,000 firefighters were trying to box the fire into a small area."
"Sparks from a metal grinder jumped into some dry grass.
11. "Rainfall the previous winter had been among the lowest on record in Southern California."
"facing a potential monster."
12. The story of how the fire started.
13. They were trying to fix the metal pike that started the fire.
14. Yes I want to know what happened to the fire and what it did.
- Background Information
"state wildfire spending has shot up 150% in the last decade,"
" Last year, it spent $1.37 billion."
16."state wildfire spending has shot up 150% in the last decade,"
17. Yes this is actually a scary thing that we are facing and especially in California.
C.E. #3.1
1. How many undocumented immigrants could be impacted by proposed immigration changes?
5 million undocumented immigrants could be impacted.
2. Why will the Philae lander potentially stop working in a couple of days after its historic landing on a comet?
The Philae lander's primary battery will run out and the lander is in the shadows blocking the solar panels from receiving light of any kind.
3. How many homeless people were provided shelter from the cold last night through city services? How many men were at ARCH?
330 homeless people were provided shelter from the cold. 184 men were at ARCH.
4. Who were the American and National League MVP's in Major League Baseball?
Clayton Kershaw is the National League MVP. Mike Trout is the American League MVP.
5. How can you limit ad tracking on your iPhone?
You can go to settings under privacy to advertising and turn on limit ad tracking.
Short Answer: Read the article on Page A1 "Cruz's net neutrality views irk techies".
Net Neutrality is basically the Internet regulators the ability to access all content. I do not think the government should be involved with the Internet regulations because big bucks companies should not be allowed to have priorities above smaller companies that have a possible better more informative way. Ted Cruz thinks that net neutrality is the big problem the internet faces. The techies think he is wrong and that net neutrality is necessary to let small companies that don't have as much money have the same shot as a big bucks company.
5 million undocumented immigrants could be impacted.
2. Why will the Philae lander potentially stop working in a couple of days after its historic landing on a comet?
The Philae lander's primary battery will run out and the lander is in the shadows blocking the solar panels from receiving light of any kind.
3. How many homeless people were provided shelter from the cold last night through city services? How many men were at ARCH?
330 homeless people were provided shelter from the cold. 184 men were at ARCH.
4. Who were the American and National League MVP's in Major League Baseball?
Clayton Kershaw is the National League MVP. Mike Trout is the American League MVP.
5. How can you limit ad tracking on your iPhone?
You can go to settings under privacy to advertising and turn on limit ad tracking.
Short Answer: Read the article on Page A1 "Cruz's net neutrality views irk techies".
Net Neutrality is basically the Internet regulators the ability to access all content. I do not think the government should be involved with the Internet regulations because big bucks companies should not be allowed to have priorities above smaller companies that have a possible better more informative way. Ted Cruz thinks that net neutrality is the big problem the internet faces. The techies think he is wrong and that net neutrality is necessary to let small companies that don't have as much money have the same shot as a big bucks company.
Lone Star Dispatch Issue #2
Front Page article:
Unforgettable proposal
Pablo Riera proposed to his girlfriend Christine at the homecoming Bowie Game. He prepped for this proposal with the Silver Stars, cheerleaders, the Marching Band, the photographers and also had their mothers flown out to also be a part of this. The daughter said yes to him marrying Christine and she also said yes to marrying him.
Who- Pablo Riera
What- He proposed to his girlfriend, Christine
When- Homecoming Game
Where- Burger Stadium
Why- He wanted to make the proposal special.
How- Pablo set it up with the Silver Stars, cheerleaders, the Marching Band, and a photographer. He brought their moms and of course bought a ring.
Pablo Riera, Kate Buffler, and Jamie Dorsey were quoted.
"I was planning the proposal for about four months and had asked the Silver Stars, cheerleaders, and marching band to help out with the proposal."
Yes it hooked me on to the story.
It was a statement.
"The band was paling their jubilant music loud and clear, the Silver Stars all lined up in their sparkling uniforms, and the cheerleaders waved their shimmering pompoms in the air as Trainer Pablo Riera knelt down on one knee in the middle of the crisp green field."
Student Life article:
Traditions that bring families together on Black Friday
Many families have traditions to go Black Friday shopping. Some find it a great score to go really early and get some great items. Others decide it is easier to order online for Black Friday instead of going in store. Certain people just don't Black Friday shop at all because they feel it is unnecessary.
Who- Families
What- Going Black Friday shopping
When- On Black Friday (November 28)
Where- The mall and other stores
Why- To get the best deals
How- Getting up super early or not going to sleep and go shopping
Chelsea Hummer, Irene Hidalgo, and Vicki Herbert were quoted.
"Black Friday is a big tradition for my family, we all go the night after we eat our thanksgiving dinner. We usually go to the mall, split up, and go to the stores we want to, which for me is usually Bath and Body Works. I just stock up on lotions and perfumes for my mom, grandma, and myself."
Yes it did.
Statement.
"People brave the early morning and go into stores that are like a zoo filled with wild animals."
News article:
Top PSAT scorers awarded with National Merits
There are 7 students at Bowie awarded with National Merit semi-finalists. They had to be in the top 1% of the Texas juniors taking the PSAT. The National Merit Competition is to provide recognition academically and for scholarships to universities. The semi-finalists can become finalists through another process.
Who- Seven Bowie students
What- They are National Merit semi finalists
When- This school year
Where- At Bowie
Why- They got in the top 1% of Texas juniors.
How- They did really well on the PSAT
Nona May, Kate Mcclellan, Madelyn Cain, and Madesyn Johnson were quoted.
"It opens up opportunities for students that may not have been there before."
Yes
Quote
"Seven Bowie National Merit semi finalists were announced in September. The winners have received recognition for the extremely high scores they earned on the PSAT.
Sports article:
Entertainment article:
Silver Stars shine in the spotlight
Silver Stars hold a fashion show every year as a fundraiser. The money is for the booster club who helps with expenses and Silver Stars. The girls are taken to a certain boutique, pick out an outfit, and model it in the fashion show.
Commentary article:
"The first thing that comes to my mind when thinking about our high schools homecoming dance is the homecoming king and queen."
In-Depth article:
The debate on student loans
Some students are struggling with student debts because of the high price of college. Some have been planning ahead to knock out what debt they might have when entering college. There are solutions but they cannot help everyone.
Who- students
What- Student loans
When- This year
Where- In Texas and in the U.S.
Why- There is a high cost in college tuition.
How- The cost for supplies and just to enter the college.
Alex Koke, Spencer Cobb, Tyler Young and Lindsay Worthington.
"A solution to student debt would be avoiding taking out a lot of loans and getting as many scholarships as possible."
Yes that interests me!
Statement
"Seniors are beginning to finalize and submit their applications or are awaiting a response from a specific college."
Unforgettable proposal
Pablo Riera proposed to his girlfriend Christine at the homecoming Bowie Game. He prepped for this proposal with the Silver Stars, cheerleaders, the Marching Band, the photographers and also had their mothers flown out to also be a part of this. The daughter said yes to him marrying Christine and she also said yes to marrying him.
Who- Pablo Riera
What- He proposed to his girlfriend, Christine
When- Homecoming Game
Where- Burger Stadium
Why- He wanted to make the proposal special.
How- Pablo set it up with the Silver Stars, cheerleaders, the Marching Band, and a photographer. He brought their moms and of course bought a ring.
Pablo Riera, Kate Buffler, and Jamie Dorsey were quoted.
"I was planning the proposal for about four months and had asked the Silver Stars, cheerleaders, and marching band to help out with the proposal."
Yes it hooked me on to the story.
It was a statement.
"The band was paling their jubilant music loud and clear, the Silver Stars all lined up in their sparkling uniforms, and the cheerleaders waved their shimmering pompoms in the air as Trainer Pablo Riera knelt down on one knee in the middle of the crisp green field."
Student Life article:
Traditions that bring families together on Black Friday
Many families have traditions to go Black Friday shopping. Some find it a great score to go really early and get some great items. Others decide it is easier to order online for Black Friday instead of going in store. Certain people just don't Black Friday shop at all because they feel it is unnecessary.
Who- Families
What- Going Black Friday shopping
When- On Black Friday (November 28)
Where- The mall and other stores
Why- To get the best deals
How- Getting up super early or not going to sleep and go shopping
Chelsea Hummer, Irene Hidalgo, and Vicki Herbert were quoted.
"Black Friday is a big tradition for my family, we all go the night after we eat our thanksgiving dinner. We usually go to the mall, split up, and go to the stores we want to, which for me is usually Bath and Body Works. I just stock up on lotions and perfumes for my mom, grandma, and myself."
Yes it did.
Statement.
"People brave the early morning and go into stores that are like a zoo filled with wild animals."
News article:
Top PSAT scorers awarded with National Merits
There are 7 students at Bowie awarded with National Merit semi-finalists. They had to be in the top 1% of the Texas juniors taking the PSAT. The National Merit Competition is to provide recognition academically and for scholarships to universities. The semi-finalists can become finalists through another process.
Who- Seven Bowie students
What- They are National Merit semi finalists
When- This school year
Where- At Bowie
Why- They got in the top 1% of Texas juniors.
How- They did really well on the PSAT
Nona May, Kate Mcclellan, Madelyn Cain, and Madesyn Johnson were quoted.
"It opens up opportunities for students that may not have been there before."
Yes
Quote
"Seven Bowie National Merit semi finalists were announced in September. The winners have received recognition for the extremely high scores they earned on the PSAT.
Sports article:
Homecoming game resulted in another victory for the Bulldogs
The foot ball team has beaten Westlake twice. They went in confident when playing Westlake. They ended up losing to Lake Travis. This ruins their winning streak. After this loss, they stayed strong and ended up winning against the Akins Eagles.
Who- Football team
What- They lost to Westlake, ruining their streak but winning to Akins Eagles
When- Homecoming Game
Where- Burger Stadium
Why- They did not play well, but gained confidence for Akins.
How- They stayed positive by not giving up after their loss.
"Lake Travis was definitely a wake up call for us. We don't like to worry about the past though, the game is behind us now, we have better things to focus on, like playoffs."
Yes
Quote
"The student section was going crazy screaming, the band playing, cheerleaders cheering, rallying the crowd, football players pumped and ready to fight to keep their undefeated record against Lake Travis."
Entertainment article:
Silver Stars shine in the spotlight
Silver Stars hold a fashion show every year as a fundraiser. The money is for the booster club who helps with expenses and Silver Stars. The girls are taken to a certain boutique, pick out an outfit, and model it in the fashion show.
Who- The Silver Stars
What- The fashion show
When- October 2
Where- Bowie High School
Why- To raise money for the booster club
How- By hosting the fashion show.
Gunnar Hooks, Jennifer Dawson, Casey Benson and Rachel Stone.
"If they want to be a part of the show, the girls go to the stores and try on the clothes and select outfits."
"If they want to be a part of the show, the girls go to the stores and try on the clothes and select outfits."
Yes!
Quote
"The crowd waited in anticipation to watch their classmates, friends, and teachers strut their stuff in the outfits for sparkly prom dresses to ripped jeans."
Commentary article:
Homecoming elections have seniors questioning the value of their vote
The seniors are upset about the student council deciding the senior court this year. They thought it was unfair that they weren't able to vote for who would be in the ballot. There were many angry students especially because they were the only class that didn't get to pick.
Who- Student Council & seniors
What- The seniors didn't get to vote for who's on the ballot.
When-
Where- Bowie High School
Why- The Student Council decided they would do it.
How- They picked the ballot.
There are no quotes
Yes!
Statement
No one was quoted
Yes!
Statement
No one was quoted
"The first thing that comes to my mind when thinking about our high schools homecoming dance is the homecoming king and queen."
In-Depth article:
The debate on student loans
Some students are struggling with student debts because of the high price of college. Some have been planning ahead to knock out what debt they might have when entering college. There are solutions but they cannot help everyone.
Who- students
What- Student loans
When- This year
Where- In Texas and in the U.S.
Why- There is a high cost in college tuition.
How- The cost for supplies and just to enter the college.
Alex Koke, Spencer Cobb, Tyler Young and Lindsay Worthington.
"A solution to student debt would be avoiding taking out a lot of loans and getting as many scholarships as possible."
Yes that interests me!
Statement
"Seniors are beginning to finalize and submit their applications or are awaiting a response from a specific college."
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Feature Writing Preview
1. What is the difference between a hard news lead (lede) and the one you read above?
The one I read today did not go statement quote statement quote all the way through and it focused on one guy, what he does, and only quoted him in the story.
2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who- Paragraph 2: Ted Williams
b. What- Paragraph 1: He has a radio voice
c. Where- Paragraph 2 and 25: Brooklyn,
d. When- Paragraph 2: January 4th (yesterday for the article)
e. Why- Paragraph 2: A Dispatch.com video got a video of his voice.
f. How- Paragraph 28- He went to school to want to become a broadcaster and worked on his voice there.3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes
4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?
No.
5. Who is quoted in the story?
Ted Williams, Tony Flentino, Ken Andrews, Kevin McLoughlin, and Shane Cormier.
6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
"He said to me: 'Radio is defined (as) theater of mind,'" Williams says on the Dispatch video. "I can't be an actor; I can't be an on-air (television) personality. "The voice became something of a development."
7. How many paragraphs is the story?
33 paragraphs
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?
It starts off with an enticing statement "That voice" and it elaborates on the other parts. The final paragraph makes you wonder what he is a part of now like if the voice is him from Family Guy.
10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
To pull you in and interest you about him.
11. Was the story interesting to read?
I thought it was very interesting to watch.
12. When you finished the story, but BEFORE you watched the video, did you want to hear the voice?
Yes I wanted to know if it was as good as they were claiming it was.
13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
You got to hear the voice and decide for yourself if you thought he had "the voice".
14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
I think it would've because you can talk about his voice all you want to but if you can't hear his voice what is the point in the story?
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?
He had quotes of what he says in the video which you can imagine how it would be said and they mention it is a "smooth baritone".
16. How did the writer do that?
He put the quotes of what he says in italics making you think that's what he says so you say it like you think he will.
The one I read today did not go statement quote statement quote all the way through and it focused on one guy, what he does, and only quoted him in the story.
2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who- Paragraph 2: Ted Williams
b. What- Paragraph 1: He has a radio voice
c. Where- Paragraph 2 and 25: Brooklyn,
d. When- Paragraph 2: January 4th (yesterday for the article)
e. Why- Paragraph 2: A Dispatch.com video got a video of his voice.
f. How- Paragraph 28- He went to school to want to become a broadcaster and worked on his voice there.3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes
4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?
No.
5. Who is quoted in the story?
Ted Williams, Tony Flentino, Ken Andrews, Kevin McLoughlin, and Shane Cormier.
6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
"He said to me: 'Radio is defined (as) theater of mind,'" Williams says on the Dispatch video. "I can't be an actor; I can't be an on-air (television) personality. "The voice became something of a development."
7. How many paragraphs is the story?
33 paragraphs
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?
It starts off with an enticing statement "That voice" and it elaborates on the other parts. The final paragraph makes you wonder what he is a part of now like if the voice is him from Family Guy.
10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
To pull you in and interest you about him.
11. Was the story interesting to read?
I thought it was very interesting to watch.
12. When you finished the story, but BEFORE you watched the video, did you want to hear the voice?
Yes I wanted to know if it was as good as they were claiming it was.
13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
You got to hear the voice and decide for yourself if you thought he had "the voice".
14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
I think it would've because you can talk about his voice all you want to but if you can't hear his voice what is the point in the story?
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?
He had quotes of what he says in the video which you can imagine how it would be said and they mention it is a "smooth baritone".
16. How did the writer do that?
He put the quotes of what he says in italics making you think that's what he says so you say it like you think he will.
Monday, November 3, 2014
Peer Reflections- Opinion's Piece #2
1. Who wrote the story?
Jesse B.
2. What is their story about?
Social Media mainly Instagram.
3. What is their direct opinion about that topic? Please quote it directly from the story or do a really good job of paraphrasing.
"However, since nearly all of the U.S. country uses it, many cyber-bullying and hate posts are being posted on a lot of these social media sites. Could this also potentially turn into something else? I think we should do something about all these problems."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
No they did not.
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?
He was not he stated his opinion and backed it up with facts he knew happened on Instagram.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No.
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?1st person POV.
8. Can you tell if this person was writing an editorial or a straight commentary piece?
I could tell they were writing a normal commentary piece.
1. Who wrote the story?
Calista W.
2. What is their story about?
Cell Phone addiction
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 believe that this is good and bad. Its good because it give connection and a way into another world. Its bad because because I think sometimes we use them to much and we need to enjoy the outside the real world because its beautiful."
4. Did they address what the other side might think about their topic?
They did.
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?
They had solid points but at the end said it is good and bad but they didn't really state any true points why it was bad.
6. Are there any quotes in the story?
No.
7. What point of view did they write in (1st, 2nd or 3rd)?1st person POV.
8. Can you tell if this person was writing an editorial or a straight commentary piece?
I could tell it was an editorial.
C.E. 2.8
1.What internet speeds will Google Fiber potentially bring to business in Austin when it arrives?
It will bring about 1 gigabit per second.
2. What band does Thomas Magnuson play in
It will bring about 1 gigabit per second.
2. What band does Thomas Magnuson play in
The band is called the Mr. Clark Experience.
3. What states are considering raising the minimum wage in the upcoming election?
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
The Cowboys won 28-17 to the Cardinals. The Texans lost to the Eagles 21-31.
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. Dumb and Dumber To 2. Garth Brooks "Man Against Machine" 3. One Direction "Four" 4. "Batman the Complete Series" 5. Interstellar
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?
This is based off one person and her personal experience. You need to know how she feels about the whole thing and all the quotes are from her. It's a personal story that still an article. We haven't written one like this before.
B. How did the story impact your emotionally?
I thought that was amazing that they had her play the game and fulfill her final wish with her fatal brain tumor.
C. What is wrong with Hill?
Hill has an inoperable brain tumor.
D. What two awards has Hill won?
3. What states are considering raising the minimum wage in the upcoming election?
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
The Cowboys won 28-17 to the Cardinals. The Texans lost to the Eagles 21-31.
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. Dumb and Dumber To 2. Garth Brooks "Man Against Machine" 3. One Direction "Four" 4. "Batman the Complete Series" 5. Interstellar
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?
This is based off one person and her personal experience. You need to know how she feels about the whole thing and all the quotes are from her. It's a personal story that still an article. We haven't written one like this before.
B. How did the story impact your emotionally?
I thought that was amazing that they had her play the game and fulfill her final wish with her fatal brain tumor.
C. What is wrong with Hill?
Hill has an inoperable brain tumor.
D. What two awards has Hill won?
Hill has won the U.S. Basketball's Writer's Association's Pat Summit Most Courageous Award.
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