Reporting with Clarity and Objectivity

Open Ended

Why is it important for journalists to report with clarity and objectivity?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key foundation of trustworthy journalism?

• Reporting opinions as facts

• Using anonymous sources without verification

• Presenting multiple viewpoints on complex issues

• Focusing on sensationalism

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes how to achieve clarity in news writing?

• Use short sentences and avoid jargon.

• Use complex sentences and technical terms.

• Focus on emotional language.

• Include as many details as possible.

Fill in the Blank

List two strategies for making language in news writing more simple and direct.

Open Ended

What are some ways journalists can avoid bias in their reporting?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pairs correctly matches a biased word with its neutral alternative?

• "He claimed" – "He said"

• "Clearly wrong" – "Agreed"

• "Refused to answer" – "Explained"

• "Admitted" – "Denied"

Multiple Choice

Why is attribution important for credibility in news reporting?

• It shows transparency and builds trust.

• It makes stories longer.

• It allows for more opinions.

• It avoids using sources.

Fill in the Blank

Balance in reporting involves ___ coverage, thorough research, and ethical reporting.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of loaded language that should be avoided in objective reporting?

• Describing an event as a 'disaster'

• Stating the date of an event

• Quoting a source accurately

• Reporting the location of an incident

Multiple Select

Which steps are important for reporting verified facts?

• Gather information from reliable sources

• Verify claims with multiple sources

• Report only confirmed information

• Use emotional language to persuade readers

Open Ended

How can journalists ensure clarity and accuracy when quoting sources?

Fill in the Blank

Do not assume what people think or feel. Report only what is said or ___.

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the 'Final Check' in editing for clarity?

• To ensure the story is clear to someone unfamiliar with the topic

• To add more complex sentences

• To introduce new opinions

• To remove all facts

Multiple Choice

Which statement best distinguishes a fact from an opinion?

• A fact can be verified through evidence, while an opinion cannot be proven.

• An opinion is always true, while a fact is sometimes false.

• A fact is based on personal beliefs, while an opinion is based on evidence.

• A fact is always about the future, while an opinion is about the past.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the reason for avoiding first-person voice in objective reporting?

• It keeps the focus on events and sources, not the writer.

• It makes the writing more personal.

• It allows the writer to express opinions.

• It helps readers relate to the writer.

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between descriptive reporting and judgmental reporting, as shown in the chart?

• Descriptive reporting presents facts without opinions, while judgmental reporting includes personal evaluations.

• Descriptive reporting is always longer than judgmental reporting.

• Judgmental reporting uses more statistics than descriptive reporting.

• Descriptive reporting is less accurate than judgmental reporting.

Open Ended

List two ways to ensure numbers are used carefully in reporting, according to the slide.

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank: Headlines should avoid sensational or ___ language.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are recommended practices for writing clear leads?

• Answer the 5Ws and 1H

• Be Direct

• Avoid Vagueness

• Use complex language

Open Ended

Why is peer review important in the process of reviewing for objectivity?

Open Ended

How can journalists ensure their reporting is both clear and objective?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a foundation of trustworthy journalism?

• Balanced reporting

• Facts, not opinions

• Transparent sources

• Sensational headlines