Editing for Journalism Excellence

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a primary reason why editing matters in journalism?

• Grammar fixes errors in writing mechanics

• Style creates a consistent voice

• Accuracy verifies facts and sources

• Editing increases the length of articles

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT listed as a common grammar error in the image?

• Subject-Verb Agreement

• Punctuation Problems

• Tense Shifts

• Passive Voice

Open Ended

Explain how you would fix a run-on sentence using the steps provided in the image.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are recommended strategies for editing for clarity?

• Remove excess words

• Use complex vocabulary

• Avoid repetition

• Be precise

Fill in the Blanks

Accuracy builds reader

when checking for facts.

Open Ended

Why is it important to standardize spelling, punctuation, and capitalization according to the image?

Multiple Choice

According to AP Style basics, which of the following is TRUE?

• Use numerals for numbers 10 and above

• Always use the Oxford comma

• Capitalize every word in a title

• Abbreviations have no specific rules

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be capitalized according to the capitalization rules presented?

• president (when generic)

• jakarta

• government (when generic)

• monday

Open Ended

Explain why using active voice is generally preferred over passive voice in writing.

Multiple Select

Select all the benefits of avoiding wordiness in writing.

• Saves space

• Improves readability

• Makes writing longer

• Strengthens impact

Multiple Choice

Which of the following phrases is the best revision for 'Due to the fact that'?

• Because

• At this point in time

• In order to

• If

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: The phrase 'free gift' is an example of

in writing.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a key principle for editing headlines?

• Accuracy

• Brevity

• Creativity

• Clarity

Open Ended

Explain why it is important to use quotation marks when reporting direct speech in news articles.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be checked when editing numbers and units in an article?

• Consistency

• Style Guide

• Numerals

• All of the above

Open Ended

How do the principles of editing headlines and captions/subheadings work together to improve the overall quality of a news article?

Fill in the Blanks

Editing captions and subheadings requires both

and context.

Multiple Select

Select all the effective proofreading tips mentioned in the lesson.

• Read Aloud

• Print It Out

• Use Spellcheck Only

• Fresh Eyes

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's session about editing for journalism, what is one key takeaway you have about the importance of editing in producing quality journalism?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason why editing matters in journalism?

• Grammar fixes errors in writing mechanics

• Style creates consistent voice

• Accuracy verifies facts and sources

• Editing increases the length of articles