Understanding Newsworthiness

Understanding Newsworthiness

6th Grade

15 Qs

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Understanding Newsworthiness

Understanding Newsworthiness

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Rohan is writing an article for the school newspaper. What does "Timeliness" refer to in the context of newsworthiness?

Information that is local and affects the community

Immediate, current information and events

Solutions to problems people care about

Stories about unusual people and their accomplishments

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is "Proximity" important in determining if something is newsworthy? For example, if a local event happens in Benjamin's neighborhood, why would it be considered newsworthy?

It involves immediate, current events

It highlights conflicts and controversies

It affects people in our community and region

It provides solutions to problems

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During a school debate, what attracts attention in the "Conflict & Controversy" category?

Local events

Solutions to problems

Violence and arguments about actions, events, ideas, or policies

Information that helps make decisions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Luna is writing an article for her school newspaper. What type of information falls under the "Solution" category of newsworthiness?

Information that is new and immediate

Information that affects the local community

Information about possible solutions to problems

Information about unusual people and their accomplishments

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the "Human Interest" category in newsworthiness, such as a story about Scarlett's achievements in community service?

Immediate, current events

Local information

Solutions to problems

Stories about people and their accomplishments

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is "Relevance" important in newsworthiness for the local community of Aiden and Abigail?

It involves immediate, current events

It affects the local community

It helps people make good decisions

It highlights conflicts and controversies

7.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

David and Mia are discussing different types of newsworthiness. Which category involves information that has just recently occurred?

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