Which of the following is NOT a sports-related story type listed?

• A. Straight-lead Game Story
• B. Profile
• C. Feature Story
• D. Obituary

Answer: (D)

The idea being tested is the common formats used in sports journalism. A straight-lead game story focuses on recapping a game with the most important moments and the final result, delivered quickly after the event. A profile digs into the background and character of a player, coach, or figure in sports. A feature story offers a longer, more narrative look at a sport or a person within it, exploring themes and details beyond a simple recap. An obituary, while it can appear in sports sections when a notable sports figure passes away, is not one of the standard sports-story formats like game recaps, profiles, or features. It’s a life-and-death notice rather than a sports-coverage story type, so it isn’t considered a sports-related story type in this list.