Goldilocks News Report Vocabulary

This set of vocabulary flashcards covers the character traits, moral dilemmas, legal terminology, and character linguistic styles from the Goldilocks news report transcript.

Internal Conflict (Goldilocks)

A sense of desperation to escape and fear of consequences despite knowing she has done the wrong thing.

Morally Questionable Actions

Specific behaviors including trespassing, damaging property, stealing a vehicle, and endangering others during a police chase.

Lesson / Message

The idea that running away from mistakes usually makes a situation worse and taking responsibility is the better choice.

Resolution Status

Goldilocks is arrested and will face court, though she still needs to accept responsibility and make amends.

News Report Hook

Fairy Tale Fugitive: Goldilocks Leads State Patrol on High-Speed Interstate Chase.

Developing coverage

Vocabulary used to engage the audience regarding ongoing news updates.

Fugitive

A person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution.

Reckless

Vocabulary term used to describe behavior without regard for the danger or the consequences to others.

Pursuit

The action of following or pursuing someone or something; specifically referring to the police chase.

Authorities

A vocabulary term referring to the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience (law enforcement).

Detained

To keep someone in official custody, typically for questioning about a crime.

Suspect

A person thought to be guilty of a crime or offense.

Burglary

Entry into a building illegally with intent to commit a crime, such as theft.

Dramatic

Vocabulary used to describe the intense and exciting nature of the news report.

Chaotic

A state of complete confusion and disorder used to describe the chase situation.

Paige Turner

A character who uses professional and dramatic news reporter language.

Detective Woods

A character who uses serious, factual, law-enforcement language.

Mama Bear

A character who uses emotional and personal language to describe the impact of the events.