COT QUIZ

Which of the following describes ethical behavior in journalism?

• a) Reporting facts and verifying sources

• b) Using someone else’s work without proper attribution

• c) Exaggerating facts to make a story more exciting

• d) Accepting bribes for favorable coverage

10. Which of the following best defines "Ethics" in the context of journalism?

• a) A method for increasing the number of readers

• b) The moral principles that govern the behavior of journalists

• c) The process of distorting facts to entertain an audience

• d) The preference for sensationalism over truth

9. What is an example of unethical behavior when reporting news?

• a) Reporting facts with no distortion

• b) Giving equal opportunity for all sides of the story

• c) Accepting bribes in exchange for favorable coverage

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  d) Reporting stories with honesty and fairness

8. "Ethical standards" in journalism are designed to ensure:

• a) Manipulation of the truth for greater readership

• b) Fairness, transparency, and truth in communication

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  c) Personal biases are reflected in the stories

• d) That reporters are not held accountable for their actions

7. Which of the following demonstrates ethical conduct in reporting?

• a) Reporting in a way that favors one side of a story

• b) Exaggerating a story to increase viewership

• c) Disclosing the sources of information and conflicts of interest

• d) Withholding important facts to sway public opinion

6. What action violates ethical standards in journalism?

• a) Reporting facts and verifying sources

• b) Clearly disclosing sources and conflicts of interest

• c) Using someone else's work without proper attribution

• d) Ensuring all parties are heard in a story

2. What is considered unethical behavior in journalism?

• a) Giving all parties a chance to share their perspective

• b) Clearly disclosing conflicts of interest

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  c) Exaggerating or distorting facts to attract attention

• d) Reporting the truth without bias

3. Which of the following is an example of ethical journalism?

• a) Accepting gifts for positive media coverage

• b) Using another writer's work without credit

• c) Giving all parties involved in a story the chance to share their perspective

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  d) Presenting a biased version of a news story

4. If a journalist fails to disclose a conflict of interest, this would be considered:

• a) Ethical behavior

• b) Unethical behavior

• c) Acceptable conduct

• d) Critical thinking

5. Which of the following best describes "unethical" in journalism?

• a) Fairness and respect for others

• b) Prioritizing personal gain over fairness

• c) Integrity and truthfulness

• d) Transparency and honesty