14+ ‘Journalism’ Writing Prompts
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Exploring the Fourth Estate
Discuss why journalism is often referred to as the Fourth Estate and its implications on a society.
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Ethical Dilemmas in Journalism
Write a scenario where a journalist faces an ethical dilemma in reporting, and how they would resolve it.
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The Power of Social Media
Discussion about how social media has impacted the field of journalism in the recent years.
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Interview With A Superhero
Imagine you are a reporter interviewing a superhero about their most recent daring adventure.
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Fantastical News Headlines
Write a news report on an event from a myth, fairy tale, or well-known story as though it happened today.
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Review Reporting
Review a recently released movie, book, or album with the eyes of a professional critic.
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The Imaginary Interview
Create an interview with a figure you admire, whether it’s a celebrity, historical figure, or a fictional character.
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The Herald
Write a news article covering the events of the original Patriot’s Day as if you were a journalist in that era.
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Breaking News
Imagine you are a news reporter who has just learned of an unforeseen global event. Write a breaking news report.
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Hard-Hitting Interview
Write an intense dialogue between a relentless journalist and a guarded, high-profile individual.
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Profound Profiles
Select a person who is influential in your life or community and write a profile about them.
