Exploring Journalism Through Time

How has the role of journalism evolved over the years?

• Journalism now focuses solely on social media influencers.

• The primary role of journalism is to entertain the audience.

• Journalism has remained unchanged since the invention of the printing press.

• The role of journalism has evolved from traditional print to digital platforms, emphasizing immediacy, audience engagement, and investigative reporting.

What are some key differences between past and present journalism?

• Journalism has always been primarily focused on television broadcasts.

• There has been no change in the audience's role in news consumption.

• Key differences include the shift from print to digital media, increased speed of news delivery, and the rise of citizen journalism.

• The quality of news reporting has decreased due to fewer journalists.

In what ways might today's journalism help future generations understand our choices?

• Today's journalism focuses solely on entertainment and celebrity news.

• Future generations will rely on social media for historical context.

• Today's journalism helps future generations understand our choices by documenting events, providing diverse perspectives, and promoting accountability.

• Journalism has no impact on understanding past choices.

What is the historical significance of the interview in journalism?

• Interviews are primarily used for entertainment purposes.

• Interviews have no impact on the credibility of news.

• Interviews are only relevant in print journalism.

• The interview is significant in journalism as it provides direct access to sources, enhances credibility, and deepens the understanding of news stories.

When did the concept of the interview become common in journalism?

• Mid 18th century

• Early 20th century

• Late 19th century

• Late 17th century

How have interviews changed with the advent of podcasts?

• Podcasts have eliminated the need for interviews altogether.

• Interviews have become more scripted and formal, limiting spontaneity.

• Interviews have become more informal, conversational, and accessible, allowing for deeper discussions and a broader audience.

• Interviews are now only conducted by professional journalists.

What impact has partisan media had on the nature of interviews?

• Partisan media has made interviews more confrontational and biased.

• Partisan media has led to more neutral and fact-based discussions.

• Partisan media has reduced the number of interviews conducted.

• Partisan media has made interviews more informative and balanced.

What are political comics, and how have they influenced public opinion?

• Political comics are a form of news reporting that provides factual information.

• Political comics are satirical illustrations that comment on political events and issues, influencing public opinion by simplifying complex topics and provoking thought.

• Political comics are primarily used in advertising campaigns to sell products.

• Political comics are only for entertainment and have no impact on public opinion.

How has graphic journalism changed with the rise of the Internet?

• Graphic journalism has become more accessible, interactive, and immediate with the rise of the Internet.

• Graphic journalism has become less popular and more traditional.

• Graphic journalism is now only available in print format.

• Graphic journalism has decreased in quality and detail.

What are some examples of controversial political illustrations?

• Abstract art without political themes

• Examples include political cartoons about immigration, illustrations of climate change protests, and satirical art depicting political leaders.

• Nature photography

• Illustrations of historical events