Journalism Test

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What is the typical length of a paragraph in journalism?

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2-3 sentences

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What is a characteristic of yellow journalism?

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Sensationalism and exaggeration of news stories.

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What is an example of an open-ended question?

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Why were the renovations necessary?

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What does it mean to editorialize in journalism?

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To inject personal opinion into an article.

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Is it acceptable to use first person in a journalistic article?

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False, it is generally discouraged.

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What is the primary purpose of journalism?

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To inform the public about news and events.

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What distinguishes objective reporting from subjective reporting?

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Objective reporting presents facts without personal bias, while subjective reporting includes personal opinions.

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What is the role of a journalist?

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To investigate, report, and present news to the public.

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What is the significance of fact-checking in journalism?

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To ensure accuracy and credibility of the information presented.

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What does the term 'lead' refer to in journalism?

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The opening sentence or paragraph that summarizes the main point of the article.