Journalism Quiz

The goal of Journalism is

• to tell a true story

• to tell an entertaining story

• to tell a false story

• all of the above

This angle of view helps add context to the scene.

• wide

• standard

• telephoto (zoom)

In Journalism, it is acceptable to stage the event being photographed.

• True

• False

The primary difference between Journalism and other types of documentary photography is

• the field of view

• strict code of ethics

• gets published

• black & white vs. color

This term refers to stories that don't get much attention in the news.

• under-reported

• boring

• undercover

• classified

When editing an image for Journalism, it is acceptable to

• remove distracting elements

• adjust exposure

• crop out people whose views don't reflect yours

• digitally rearrange elements

What is the purpose of a caption?

• to make sure the photographer gets credit

• to share the photographers opinion on the event

• to provide context and details about the photo

• to take up space so the writer doesn't have to write so much

This angle of view represents how the human eye sees the world.

• wide-angle

• standard

• telephoto (zoom)

• peripheral

In capturing an image, the "decisive moment" refers to

• that moment when the various elements are perfect in the composition

• that moment which perfectly defines the event

• that moment when you decide to start taking pictures

Robert Capa said, "If you're photos aren't good enough, ...

• you should buy a new camera."

• you're not close enough."

• you're not practicing enough."

• you should get a new job."