Quiz on News Reporting

Which of these should a headline do?

• Give a detailed explanation

• Attract the reader’s attention

• Include the reporter’s name

• List all the facts

What does the “who” in a news report refer to?

• The place of the event

• The people involved in the event

• The time of the event

• The result of the event

What type of language should you use in a news report?

• Funny and silly

• Simple, clear, and factual

• Emotional and dramatic

• Descriptive and colorful

What is the purpose of the "lead" paragraph?

• To provide background information

• To summarize the most important facts

• To tell a joke

• To explain the opinions of the writer

Which of the following is NOT usually part of a news report?

• Who, what, when, where, why, and how

• The writer’s personal feelings

• Facts and details of the event

• A conclusion or summary

What is the “where” in a news report?

• The date of the event

• The location of the event

• The time the event happened

• The people who were involved

Why is it important to use short and clear sentences in a news report?

• To make it more exciting

• To make it easier for people to understand

• To confuse the reader

• To use fewer words

What does the "why" in a news report explain?

• The time of the event

• The reason the event happened

• The people involved

• The place the event took place

Which of the following is a good example of a headline?

• "A Great Day at the Beach!"

• "Fire Breaks Out in Local Park"

• "What Happened Yesterday?"

• "Everyone Loves Ice Cream"

What is a source in a news report?

• The person who writes the article

• The location of the event

• The person or place that gives information about the story

• The main event of the report