- Ontario Secondary School Literacy Interpreting News Reports Questions and Answers Flashcards

A news report begins: 'Ottawa, ON — City council voted 15-8 on Tuesday to approve a new cycling infrastructure plan worth $12 million.' Which elements are present in this lead?

Answer: Who, what, when, where, and how much

The lead includes who (city council), what (voted to approve cycling plan), when (Tuesday), where (Ottawa), and how much ($12 million).

In a news report about a factory closure in Windsor, a union rep quote states: 'This is devastating for working families.' Why include this quote?

Answer: To provide a human perspective on the impact

Quotes from affected individuals provide human perspective on news events.

A headline reads: 'Ontario Students Excel in National Science Competition.' What type of news is this?

Answer: A feature story about a local achievement

The headline describes a positive achievement story characteristic of a feature or human interest piece.

A news report includes: 'Critics argue the new policy will disproportionately affect low-income families.' What journalistic practice is this?

Answer: Including multiple perspectives for balance

Including critics' perspectives demonstrates balanced reporting.

Which best describes the 'inverted pyramid' structure in news reports?

Answer: Most important information comes first, followed by decreasing detail

The inverted pyramid places the most important information at the top, with details following in decreasing importance.

A report states the mayor's tree-planting plan, then notes environmental groups question the timeline. What is the reporter doing?

Answer: Presenting announcement alongside critical response for a fuller picture

The reporter presents both the announcement and critical response for balance.