feature story (rough draft and final)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r_QTUDICgj4LVrzDQ1SeKYHwWYIxKnmtXvnMyliItqs/edit?usp=sharing

feature story interview question and answers (notes)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10JnNvz-ZOFjxmAFGGxG7WaHOvHnoZ2LuRthLQMdW2EM/edit?usp=sharing

CE #3.1

1. How many people were injured in the attack yesterday at Ohio State University? Page A1 "Terror suspected in college attack"
11people
2. What is the 'word of the year' and what does it mean? Page A2
xenophobia-fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures or strangers.
3. What effect, according to Jonathan Saenz in the story, is the Dripping Spring school board failure to take action on transgendered issues at Walnut Spring Elementary School? Page B1 "School gender policy..."
everyone not involved in the transgender community were released ,while those who were are outraged about the lack of support.
4. Who would Elise Foradory like to have dinner with? Page C3 "Faces on the Field"
her mom dad and brother
5. What is the Marco Polo App? Page D6
its similar to a video walkie talkie where You can use filters,doodle,message,and talk.

LONG RESPONSE 
summary: President elect trump Donald Trump has announced how he would like to cancel contact with the country of Cuba. Trumps plan is to keep pushing the thought and plan of removing all normalization with Cuba that has recently been made in the last few years. However the people involved are against his plan. They believe that the new "normal" is progressive and needs to stay.


Personally i don't think its in our best interest to remove contact with cuba.If we do separate i fear possible fighting with cuba may happen that could easily be avoided if we stick with the normalization that has been formed between the two of us.Cuba seems like a beautiful interesting place ,and i would love to visit.Obama has helped cubes economy and made good ties between the U.S and Cuba.

fun in the sun

Leading up to it as a kid you think your 15th through 18th years are going to be some of your best. But when it comes down it that cliche to fulfill is up to you. Will you be optimistic or pessimistic about that standard?

    To my dismay I’ve noticed I'm extremely pessimistic about everything as a teenager. I find no joy in football games,party,pep rally,etc. I just view everything in high school as stupid and only relevant for the next month maximum.Sure, things like boys and new friends are good and keep me sane for the moment but in reality nobody I'm meeting and talking to now is relevant in the long run. 

The way i view it ,high school is just my last 4 years of education thats required by law,and after it I'm only own to find out what relevance my existence has to the world. 

I want nothing more than for this chapter of high school and teenage years to be over so i can start a new part of my life. I want my opinions and actions to actually have relevance to something broader than drama or arguments.For now my life is relying off of someone else always. Sure I'm privileged and I'm well aware of that, but i still want more of my life than what i have.Thats a bit selfish but its true. 

I envy to live my life in a city like London, new york,or LA where theres someone and something new everyday,instead of coming to the same place every day,see the same faces,hear the same voices,and go to the same classes.But its all temporary and i know that high school ,and this part of my life will end sooner than i think.

Lone star dispatch #2

Athletics-Sophomore soars elegantly on the silks

Sophomore Layla Harris does silk rope acrabatics. Layla's life on her aerial silks is shared,and her mom shares her views on her daughters interesting hobby.

Who was quoted in the story? Layla Harris, Toni Harris,Sophia Harris 

What quote was the strongest in your opinion? "Layla is dedicated to silks"

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? Yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? quote

News-Tech theater teacher passes away from cancer

A past teacher at bowie Mr Robert Gomez Recently passed away from cancer. Students reminisce on how he influenced them and those around.

Who was quoted in the story? Ben Wheeler,Sam Searless

What quote was the strongest in your opinion? "He Brought creativity, happiness ,sarcasm,and joy to the company."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? quote

Reviews-Lady Gaga Stuns fans with her new album

Lady Gaga recently released her new album Joanne, unleashing  a odd likable new style of music. Gaga took her fans to a new level of impressed with her new wave of personal different music.

Who was quoted in the story? nobody

What quote was the strongest in your opinion? theres no quotes used

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading? yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement? statement 

Entertainment-Aspiring Silver stars audition 

The Bowie Silver stars are ready to recruit again and head coaches share tips on what it takes. And the silver star routine is shared.

Who was quoted in the story?Emily Davis,Courtney Allison,Katrina Kilsby

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?"BE confident in what you dos much that if you make a mistake ,make it look like it was supposed to be that way."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?quote

Commentary-Bathroom issue is really a non-issue

The on going trans gender bathroom issue is addressed.Transgender people should use which ever bathroom they please is the conclusion.

Who was quoted in the story?no quotes used

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?no quotes

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?yes

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?statement

Feature-Skating her way to the win

Senior Nina Tinsley goes to Beijing to compete in the world championship for roller blading. She shares how the sport works and the details of the world team.

Who was quoted in the story?Nina Tinsley

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?"But i think it was worth it.My teachers made it very worth it."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?no

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?quote

In depth- students find their talents through clubs

Students often feel out of place at school,but with all the new clubs students are able to connect with others who share the same interest. students share what clubs are like.

Who was quoted in the story?Amanda Pfeiffer,Max Wood,Hosei Nakajima,Christina Jia,Caleb Newton,Emily Robinett

What quote was the strongest in your opinion?"We get to celebrate the awesome creations of other people,and when you have your own moment of brilliance its certain to be recognized."

Did the lead sentence make you want to keep reading?no

Was the conclusion a quote or a statement?quote

1. What is your favorite photo in the entire paper?The drawing of Lady Gaga's Joanne album cover
1A. Why is this your favorite?

Because it relates to my instrest in music

2. What is your least favorite photo in the entire paper?The music notes 
2A. Why is this your least favorite?
their extremely simple and could be replaced by something more unique and interesting

3. If you were a photographer on staff, which event/photo assignment would you have liked to do for this issue? You will need to look through the entire paper and see the topics covered and decide which one you think would have been fun.
I think documenting the different clubs would be fun because you would capture people doing what they genuinlly like

4. Overall, how would you rate the photography in this issue? What were the strong points and weak points.

6 out of 10, because i thought the photos were boring,but they fit well with their storys

 Suggestions:

writing a piece on..Diana Dunn,shes a competitive swimmer who has been to the olympic trials
commentary piece on...our new president elect, 'Glory Days' by Little Mix 

feature story brainstorm

1. Who is your main subject?
my dad.
2. Supporting interviews (who else do you need to talk to, minimum 2 other people)?
my mom, and older sister.
3. What is the topic or potential topic?
my dad moving to the U.S from Bangladesh when he was 19
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. Type these in your blog.

1.how did you moving make an impact on your life?i

2.who influenced you to move?

3.do you miss Bangladesh?

4.do you regret any part of moving away?

5.who did you miss most when you moved?

6.looking back on it now what was the hardest part about moving?

7.when did you realize your life was taking off in america and you would never move back to Bangladesh?

8.What is the most rewarding thing about you move?

9.Did you think about your family before your move?

10.Was america what you expected when you arrived?

11.How have you changed since your arrival in the U.S?

12.If it wasn't for your job and family being here would you consider moving back to Bangladesh?

13.Is their anything you miss in Bangladesh/

14.How did you move effect your as a person?

15.were you scared to move here alone?

16.If you could have brought one person with you who would it have been?

17.Why did you move here?

18.What was your number one priority of moving here?

19.If you were 19 again would you still move?

20.What made the separation from your family for years worth it in the end?
21. hardships you faced?
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.What is something you admire of him?

2.Would you ever do such a drastic move to foreign country ?

3.Do you find his actions of moving for the reasons he did admirable?

4.How does his journey impact your life?

5.What does his journey teach you?

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.

What was america like when you arrived?

how was bangladesh in 1984(when you left) like in comparison to what it is now?
how is america now in comparison to what it was when you first came?

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 during thanksgiving break so i can also talk to my sister.

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 will write notes

CE #2.4

1. What is causing earthquakes in Oklahoma, according to the story on page A3 "Oklahoma earthquake damages 40-50 buildings"
the earthquakes are caused from the injection of wastewater left over from oil and gas production.
2. Why are open-record laws so important? Page B1 "Greyhound data now...."
to provide a frame work for forcing dawdling or obstructionist agencies
3. What was so interesting about a judge and her friend rescuing two boys from a fire? Page B1 "Bastrop judge...."
the fact that a group women were able to save grown men and children's lives.
4. What is Lance Armstrong's objective with his new podcast "The Forward." Page C1 "With podcast Armstrong..." DO NOT WRITE "to recycle his image" be more specific.
Lance wants to prove that he's moving in a new direction in his life,and trying to prove he's more than a lying cheater.
5. What movie do you want to see? Page D2 "Doctor Strange conquers...."
i would like to see 'Trolls'.

LONG RESPONSE :

I believe Hillary Clinton will want the election tonight. By her being the first being the first female  president the united states has ever had,i believe that that will broaden the minds of african citizens nation wide,if she pulls though on her ideas she has been campaigning for.And as for me and the rest of Americas youth ,Hillary being president could benefit us for college tuition and tax cuts for when our time comes.If the poles are close i think the courts should be involved ,because gonervement is obviously their area of expertise and they would know what would be right for america,but i don't think that will happen and it will be called directly of what the poles say,not really having an effect on the decision making process.The election should be based of the popular vote because is better shows what america wants.No i think it will always be republican vs democrat in the presidential election.Yes I'm worried because these election effect the youth of americas future ,and if not taken seriously it can make a greater effect than we think.Yes i will watch the election process because i find it exciting to watch it while everyone else is.

The Man Who Played The Violin

Do we perceive beauty? in our own ways. People have their own views about beauty and they perceive it.And that is what makes 'beauty' beautiful,it is based of off your opinion,and your thoughts ,making it personal to you.
Do we stop to appreciate it? yes,if its what appeases to us.With our selfish minds we only appreciate the brilliant ,but bash on everything in between.
Do we recognize the talent in an unexpected context? no because we're to caught up in our minds selfish outlooks.

Feature Writing Preview

1. What is the difference between a hard news lead (lede) and the one you read above?
in a news lede the 5 w's and H are all included within 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the article,while this passage has them through out the entire piece.


2. What paragraph(s) did you learn the following information?
a. Who- 2nd paragraph
b. What- 2nd paragraph 
c. Where- 2nd paragraph
d. When- 2nd paragraph and 3rd paragraph
e. Why- 3rd paragraph
f. How- 5th paragraph

3. Are there quotes in this story?
Yes.

4. Are those quotes arranged in the "quote-transiton" style we used in news writing?majority are.

5. Who is quoted in the story?
Kevin McLoughlin and his boss,Doral Chenoweth III,Ken Andrews,Tony Florentino,Frank Wilson,Patrick Harris,&Ted Williams are quoted.

6. What quote is the most powerful in the story, in your opinion?
"I'm trying hard to get it back," Williams says.

 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)?
765 words

9. What is significant about the lead (lede) and the final paragraph of the story?
They make the story intruiging to keep reading reading


10. Why do you think the writer did that with the lead (lede) and final paragraph?
To add effect to the story and story teller.

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?
Yes. 

13. Multimedia approaches are powerful tools, what impact did the video have when watched directly after reading the story?
It made the story easier to comprehend

14. Would the story have lost its impact without the video?
No.

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?
he used good imagery.