
Understanding Anonymous Sourcing in Journalism

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Journalism
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10th - 12th Grade
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Mia Campbell
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main issue with BuzzFeed's story about Michael Cohen?
Lack of evidence
Anonymous sourcing
Delayed publication
Inaccurate reporting
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who were the reporters involved in the BuzzFeed story about Michael Cohen?
Ben Smith and Jason Leopold
Jason Leopold and Anthony Cormier
Anthony Cormier and Ben Smith
Michael Cohen and Jason Leopold
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is emphasized about BuzzFeed News in terms of their reporting?
They never make mistakes
They are always first to report
They have a large team of investigative reporters
They rely solely on anonymous sources
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is anonymous sourcing prevalent in Washington stories?
Lack of named sources
High number of reporters
Legal actions against leaks
Public demand for anonymity
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the impact of leak investigations initiated by Presidents Bush and Obama?
More anonymous sources
Less anonymous sources
No impact on sourcing
Increased transparency
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is information more credible when attached to a named source?
It is more anonymous
It is less detailed
It is more entertaining
It is easier to verify
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is necessary to get crucial information before the public?
Publishing quickly
Using some anonymous sourcing
Relying on social media
Avoiding anonymous sources
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