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Copy Reading and Headline Writing
Copy Reading and Headline Writing
See that the paper’s style requirements are strictly followed. Check names, addresses,
title, designations,identifications, figures, etc.4.
Rewrite the lead or the first few paragraphs whenever necessary, but must never
tamper with the facts unlesshe is sure of his corrections.6.
Delete all opinion, speculations and statements on news which are without attribution or
sources.7.
Watch out for slanting or any attempt to present the story in a subtly biased way.8.
Challenge facts, claims, or reports when they sound anomalous, illogical and
incredible.14.
Write headlines
What to copyread?
1.
Errors in fact2.
Errors in grammar 3.
Errors in structure4.
Errors in style5.