History of Journalism Quiz

What significant change did television news bring in the 1950s?

• Affordable newspapers

• Sensationalized news

• Visual reporting into homes

• Investigative journalism

Which function of mass media involves holding those in power accountable?

• Agenda-setting

• Watchdog function

• Cultural influence

• Public service

What is the primary function of mass media's watchdog role?

• Engaging audiences

• Holding those in power accountable

• Shaping societal norms

• Providing entertainment

What is the focus of data journalism?

• Using big data to uncover and tell stories

• Writing opinion pieces

• Reporting on sports events

• Covering celebrity news

What should journalists avoid to ensure fair reporting?

• Using complex language

• Stereotypes and bias

• Covering global news

• Including diverse opinions

What is a key skill in identifying bias in news reporting?

• Recognizing the author's name

• Identifying the publication's location

• Identifying bias in news reporting

• Counting the number of sources

What does recognizing sponsored content involve?

• Ignoring advertisements

• Recognizing sponsored content and native advertising

• Counting the number of ads

• Reading only the headlines

What is the role of fact-checking in media literacy?

• To spread misinformation

• To verify the accuracy of information

• To ignore all news

• To read only entertainment news

What role does artificial intelligence play in the future of journalism?

• Reducing the need for journalists

• Enhancing news production and distribution

• Eliminating news bias

• Increasing subscription costs

What is a key financial model mentioned for the future of journalism?

• Advertising-based models

• Donation-based models

• Subscription-based models and paywalls

• Government-funded models