Journalism Quiz

What is the primary purpose of news?

• To sell advertisements

• To provide an account of an event or opinion that interests people

• To entertain the audience

• To promote a specific agenda

Which of the following is NOT one of the six main reasons that make news 'news'?

• Conflict

• Popularity

• Timeliness

• Proximity

What does 'timeliness' refer to in news reporting?

• The recency of the event

• The emotional impact of the story

• The prominence of the individuals involved

• The location of the event

In the inverted pyramid structure, where is the most newsworthy information placed?

• At the beginning of the story

• Scattered throughout the story

• At the end of the story

• In the middle of the story

What is a 'lead' in journalism?

• The beginning that summarizes the story

• The main headline

• A detailed analysis of the events

• The conclusion of the story

What is the purpose of using short paragraphs (grafs) in news writing?

• To enhance readability and impact

• To add more details

• To make the writing look more complex

• To fill space in the column

What does 'human interest' refer to in news stories?

• Stories that are purely factual

• Stories that evoke emotion in the reader

• Stories that are humorous in nature

• Stories that focus on political issues

Which term describes a statement that can be proven?

• Opinion

• Feature

• Fact

• Editorial

What is a 'by-line' in journalism?

• A summary of the article

• The name of the publication

• Indicates who wrote the story

• A type of headline

What is the role of an editor in a publication?

• To write articles

• To manage advertising

• To oversee the publication's content

• To design the layout