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Mrs. Kelly’s Monster

Mrs. Kelly’s Monster. Mrs. Verpooten Miss Wadycki Mrs. Lolkema. Features, A definition. A feature story is more about human interest, than newsworthiness Features are soft news, interesting news Features are what people like to read, not need to read. Features.

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Mrs. Kelly’s Monster

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  1. Mrs. Kelly’s Monster Mrs. Verpooten Miss Wadycki Mrs. Lolkema

  2. Features, A definition • A feature story is more about human interest, than newsworthiness • Features are soft news, interesting news • Features are what people like to read, not need to read.

  3. Features • Some features are called Evergreens because they could run anytime. • Is Mrs. Kelly’s Monster an Evergreen story?

  4. Features • Some features are called Evergreens because they could run anytime. • Is Mrs. Kelly’s Monster an Evergreen story?

  5. Features • Stories that are not Evergreens need a news peg. • A news peg is something that makes the story current now and won’t let it be run any other time. • What is Mrs. Kelly’s news peg?

  6. Still use LQT format Still use accurate quotes from primary and secondary sources Use a narrative format Have predictable elements of plot Uses good writing techniques Features blend journalism & English

  7. Elements of Plot Climax Rising Action Falling Action Introduction Conclusion

  8. Elements of Plot • Find the climax of Mrs. K’s Monster? • What is happening?

  9. Elements of Plot • Many times, feature stories use a Tie back or Circular method with the introduction and conclusion. • Look at the lead and the conclusion of Mrs. Kelly’s Monster. How are they related?

  10. Writing Techniques • What are some obvious ways that the author tries to make it seem like you are in the operating room?

  11. Writing Techniques • What are some obvious ways that the author tries to make it seem like you are in the operating room?

  12. Writing Techniques • Characterization – There are two types of characters, round and flat • Round – has a number of attributes, multifaceted in their traits • Flat – only has one or two attributes or traits

  13. Writing Techniques • Who is a round character in Mrs. K? • Who is a flat character? • How does this relate to the plot? • Do you think round characters are common in newswriting? Why or Why not?

  14. Repetition • Repetition is used for emphasis. • Find an example in the second half and circle it.

  15. Pacing • Pacing lets your reader know how far into a story they are. It keeps them focused. • How does the author do it?

  16. Mnemonic Devices • If the author used technical terms throughout this story, it would be nearly impossible for the public to understand. • What are some words that the author uses to refer the reader back to a more technical term?

  17. Onomatopoeia • Words that represent a sound. • What are some examples of onomatopoeia in Mrs. K?

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