1. Different Kinds of
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2. Human Interest Involves persons rather than things
Students who win an award or do something significant such as scoring 1600 on SAT or qualifying for Olympic Games
Retiring teacher
What it’s like to be a crossing guard

3. Interviews Usually done with prominent persons
Can be informational or personal profile feature
Informational interviews deal with an authority whose opinions are of significant value
Personality interviews are interesting because of the individual rather than the subject matter

4. Informational Features
Of historical, social, practical interest
Basic purpose is not to entertain but to inform.
History of the school
How-to features such as “how to buy a good stereo” or “what to do if you’re arrested or in an auto accident”

5. Personality Sketches Develops a total picture of the person
Attempts to reveal personality through anecdotes
Looks at mannerisms, actions, dress, experiences.
Facts readers will want to know:
Name
Personality
Background
Physical appearance
Environment
Hobbies
Influence on others
Anecdotes, observation

6. Featurettes Also called mini-features Clever Attention-getting leads
Events usually told in chronological order
Conclusion is often a surprise
Short—told quickly