1. Today, you are going to interview a classmate. The subject is on whether the country has learned anything from Dr. King's
I have a Dream speech almost 50 years ago tomorrow. Ask about instances they know of where either racism is better or worse. Try to get answers that are not one word answers.
2. Copy what they say exactly on a piece of paper. Note-taking is something you will get better at (and often you will have a tape recorder or use your phone). Reporters might have to show their notes to their editor (especially if what they report becomes controversial OR the person disputes what you report.)
3. After we are finished, you are going to write your three best quotes on a sheet of paper.
I am going to show you how to turn that into a quick story. Trust me. You will like this.
We are going to take a quick photo of your subject, too. We will be posting this on the newspaper site when we think the stories are ready.
Ms. Greer
Silver Spring, Md.
