Citizen Journalism at SDCA

What is citizen journalism?

• Reporting by professional journalists only

• News reporting by ordinary citizens

• Paid news reporting by mainstream media

• Exclusive government-controlled news reports

Which platform is most commonly used for citizen journalism?

• Print newspapers

• Television news channels

• Social media platforms

• Government press releases

How does citizen journalism contribute to democracy?

• By reducing transparency in the media

• By amplifying voices from diverse groups

• By limiting free speech

• By centralizing media control

What is the primary difference between mainstream journalism and citizen journalism?

• Mainstream journalism is biased, and citizen journalism is not

• Citizen journalism is mostly produced by non-professionals

• Mainstream journalism only covers politics, while citizen journalism covers entertainment

• Citizen journalism is less reliable than mainstream journalism

Which of the following is a potential downside of citizen journalism?

• Lack of media access

• Limited perspectives from diverse groups

• Spread of misinformation due to lack of fact-checking

• Inability to influence political discourse

Citizen journalism has been credited with aiding political movements by:

• Suppressing public protests

• Promoting government propaganda

• Offering live coverage and alternative narratives

• Creating closed echo chambers

In which political event did citizen journalism play a critical role by providing real-time updates?

• The Arab Spring

• The Cold War

• The 2008 Financial Crisis

• The Moon Landing

Which theory emphasizes the role of citizen journalism in providing alternative narratives to mainstream media?

• Public Sphere Theory

• Watchdog Theory

• Democratic Participation Theory

• Agenda-Setting Theory

How can citizen journalism strengthen political accountability?

• By creating biased political content

• By making governments less transparent

• By exposing corruption and holding officials accountable

• By reducing the public's access to information

Which of the following best describes the relationship between citizen journalism and traditional media?

• They always work together

• Citizen journalism is meant to replace traditional media

• Citizen journalism often complements traditional media by offering grassroots perspectives

• Traditional media ignores citizen journalism entirely