Journalism 1- Final Study Guide

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What is the AP style abbreviation for Pennsylvania?

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Pa.

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What term refers to publications that are printed instead of published electronically?

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print news

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What is a byline in journalism?

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A byline is a line that names the author of an article.

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What section of the newspaper contains stories and news related to sports?

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sports section

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What is the front page of a newspaper?

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The first page of a newspaper that contains the most timely, relevant, and newsworthy stories.

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What is a masthead in a newspaper?

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A masthead is a section that lists the publication's name, editorial staff, and contact information.

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What is a dateline in journalism?

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A dateline is a line at the beginning of a news article that indicates the date and location of the story.

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What is the purpose of a headline in a newspaper article?

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A headline is meant to grab the reader's attention and summarize the main point of the article.

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What is the difference between print news and online news?

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Print news is published in physical formats like newspapers and magazines, while online news is published on websites and digital platforms.

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What is an editorial in a newspaper?

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An editorial is an article that expresses the opinion of the publication's editorial board.