DMC2023 (Introduction to Journalism)

How did oral traditions contribute to the development of journalism?

• They allowed for permanent records of historical events

• They helped spread news quickly through storytelling and messengers

• They prevented misinformation by controlling who could speak

• They were only used in religious communities

What was the primary limitation of manuscript culture in the medieval period?

• It was too expensive for the elite

• It was difficult to translate into different languages

• It was slow and restricted access to information

• It relied too heavily on oral storytelling

How did the invention of the printing press transform journalism?

• It made news accessible to the general public and encouraged mass literacy

• It centralized all news production under government control

• It eliminated misinformation by standardizing news content

• It replaced all previous forms of journalism

Why is cross-checking sources an essential part of journalism?

• It speeds up the news reporting process

• It ensures that information is accurate and credible

• It allows journalists to form personal opinions on a topic

• It replaces the need for primary sources

What is one major ethical challenge journalists face when reporting the truth?

• Balancing neutrality while ensuring marginalized voices are included

• Relying solely on eyewitness accounts for factual accuracy

• Avoiding in-depth analysis to prevent bias

• Preventing government influence by ignoring official sources

How does proactive journalism differ from reactive journalism?

• Proactive journalism investigates stories before they become widely known

• Proactive journalism only covers breaking news

• Reactive journalism includes investigative reporting

• Reactive journalism requires more in-depth research

Which of the following best illustrates reactive journalism?

• A journalist uncovers corruption in a company before any scandals arise

• A news channel broadcasts live coverage of an earthquake

• A reporter analyzes economic trends to predict a recession

• A documentary investigates long-term effects of climate change

Why are journalists considered "watchdogs of democracy"?

• They work closely with government officials to regulate public speech

• They ensure press freedom by controlling news content

• They expose corruption and hold powerful institutions accountable

• They prevent news consumers from forming independent opinions

Which role of journalists directly contributes to maintaining public trust?

• Prioritizing entertainment news

• Ensuring accurate and unbiased reporting

• Publishing news without verifying sources

• Exaggerating headlines to attract readership

According to Agenda-Setting Theory, how does the media influence public perception?

• By dictating how people should think about certain topics

• By highlighting specific issues that shape audience priorities

• By preventing audiences from discussing controversial topics

• By eliminating the influence of personal opinions