Part I: Using quotes and sources from the following scenario, write a brief meeting story that reflects your understanding of the quotes and attribution material in the Newsgathering and Interviewing lecture. Include at least a sentence of background in the story. You will need to do some research at authoritative websites or through the databases in UMUC's online library to provide some background on the issue(s) raised at the meeting. Do not report anything you do not understand. Research your questions! 

Scenario: Meeting Story Practice Exercise1.

n.b. You must use the scenario provided in this Try It. Do not try to complete this exercise using a story you have selected from the news. 

Part II: Post your response here. Include a list of at least five questions you think a reporter should ask to clarify points raised at the meeting. And attach your completed checklist to your post.

Part III: Then, post a critique of at least 100 words each to at least two of your classmates' stories. Please tell your classmates what you like about their work and at least two specific suggestions for improvement.