Journalism Final Exam Review

Select each of the TYPES of news.

• Hard News

• Soft News

• Breaking News

• Oddity News

• Enterprise Reporting

Which element of news would BEST describe a story featuring a puppy being stuck in a well and getting saved by a group of 1st graders?

• Drama

• Emotions/Instincts

• Prominence

• Oddity

In Journalism, which term best describes the name of the first paragraph of an article?

• Introduction

• Lead

• Headline

• Attribution

Which quote format is most likely to be correct in an article?

• When asked about her inspirations, Jane Doe replied, "I've always looked up to my mom because of her strength."

• I've always looked up to my mom because of her strength said Jane Doe.

• "I've always looked up to my mom because of her strength," said Jane Doe, sophomore.

• "I've always looked up to my mom because of her strength," said Jane Doe.

How many sentences are allowed in a paragraph in journalism, at most?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Which term describes the second paragraph in a journalistic article that serves as an overall summary of the article?

• Nut Graph

• Lead

• Attribution

• Headline

What are the elements on a spread that tell a story but are NOT an article called?

• Alternative Copy

• Creative Spotlights

• Optional Graphics

• Artwork

Which type of information graphic contains information related to a specific person? It frequently features a picture of the person to accompany the facts. 

• Fact Box
• Profile/Bio Box
• Timeline
• Chart

Which headline is used to grab your attention? It relates to the topic of the spread without revealing specific information. 

• Primary Headline
• Secondary Headline

Which type of information graphic features various events/facts put in order of when they occured?

• Fact Box
• Timeline
• Chart
• Table