Understanding Journalism Quiz

What is the most common type of article in journalism?

• Human interest story

• News story

• Investigative journalism

• Opinion piece

Which type of article requires journalists to work on one problem for months or even years?

What is the main focus of human interest stories in journalism?

• Presenting facts objectively

• Providing opinions

• Discussing government policies

• Bringing an emotional side to a larger issue

What is the purpose of investigative journalism?

What type of sources can journalists use for gathering information?

Which type of story gives just the facts of an event without including opinions?

What is the length comparison between news stories and investigative journalism?

• It varies based on the topic

• News stories are longer

• Investigative journalism stories are longer

• Both are of the same length

What is the journalistic principle related to human interest stories?

• Empowerment

• Objectivity

• Subjectivity

• Anonymity

What type of sources are eye-witnesses and experts in a particular field?

• People sources

• Information sources

• Primary sources

• Secondary sources

What is the main focus of investigative journalism stories?

• Presenting just the facts

• Bringing an emotional side to a larger issue

• Working on one problem that needs extra research

• Discussing government policies