Overall, this class is performing EXTREMELY well on the lede-writing exercises sofar. I'd have to say it's the best work of any JRN 200 class I've had!
Key to writing good ledes is identifying the central point and/or ultimate outcome of any event. If you can identify that from a morass of information, then you will have a good lede.
This one was clear and to the point. Everything a reader needs to know is right there. It's a perfect summary:
Young boys remain the riskiest drivers on the road, but young girls are gaining traction, according to a new study released by the Institute for Highway Safety.
This one zeroes in on what makes a story most unique and interesting:
A woman's wish to have her husband of 62 years buried in her backyard to have him close to her was rejected by city zoning board members.
This one is very short, but the essential facts are there:
Parental warnings against playing with guns are ineffective, a new study shows.
Really,, you guys are doing well. But can you do better. Hell, yes. read on and find out how . . .
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