A journalist's ________ is both their trustworthiness and proficiency. Without these two aspects, a writer's career could be looked down upon and not respected.

• talent

• credibility

• relations

• experience

What is "relevance" in journalism?

• writing a news story that is about things that the public is interested in

• writing a news story that is in close proximity

• ensuring you are relevant in the public eye

• using language that is current to this generation

What is the difference between hard and soft news?

• Hard news is time-sensitive.

• Soft news is significant on a local level.

• Soft news include common topics such as science and economics.

• Hard news uses sources.

An article about Japan's earthquakes

• hard news

• soft news

Select the strongest interview question.

• How would you describe your perfect getaway?

• How was your drive?

• Do you consider yourself adventurous?

• Have you ever traveled to another country solo?

After interviewing the school principal for the school newspaper, Liam, a budding journalist, should

• follow up with a thank you email.

• request another interview.

• recommend the principal for others to interview.

• quickly send a follow request.

A mini-bio that includes information aside from the expected

• profile

• spot feature

• editorial

• hard news

Which is NOT considered human-interest soft news?

• reporting about the new Apple product

• reporting about the price inflation of fashion boots

• reporting about a new presidential candidate

• reporting about a unique seasonal recipe

A detailed report about the oval office

• live-in

• profile

• interview

• spot feature

A feature lede differs from a summary lede because it can be

• creative and emotional

• direct and breaking

• short and simple

• active and serious