Which of the following are general categories for news stories?

• A. Human Interest
• B. Uniqueness
• C. Consequence
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

News stories can be understood through different lenses: human interest, uniqueness, and consequence. Each lens describes a way to connect with readers: human interest focuses on people and emotions, uniqueness highlights unusual or rare aspects, and consequence centers on impact and outcomes. Because each of these is a valid general category and stories can fit more than one, the best choice is the one that includes all three. For example, a story about a local family’s experience with a challenge can evoke human interest; a report on a rare or highly unusual event demonstrates uniqueness; a piece on how new policy will affect residents shows consequence. Stories often blend these angles, so recognizing all three provides the most complete understanding of how news can be categorized.