Magazine and Newspaper Journalism Midterm Review

1. What is a source that can provide firsthand accounts for news reports.

• A news article
• An eyewitness
• A scholarly article
• A documentary

2. What role do news agencies like Reuters and the Associated Press play in the media?

• They provide opinion and analysis articles
• They serve as primary news sources for individual subscribers
• They supply news stories to other media outlets
• They focus exclusively on entertainment news

3. Which of the following best describes the first layer of reporting?

• In-depth investigative journalism
• Analysis and opinion pieces
• Basic coverage of events, such as news conferences and press releases
• Editorial content discussing the implications of news events

4. Layer II reporting is often characterized by:

• Controlled and concise presentations
• Reporter's observations and spontaneous events
• Significance and impact analysis
• Limited depth and perspective

5. The main purpose of Layer III reporting is to:

• Provide basic facts and official statements
• Offer deep insights and interpretation of information
• Increase public awareness of current events
• Present diverse viewpoints on a single story

6. Analysis and interpretation are key components of the third layer of reporting.

• True
• False

7. The first layer of reporting usually requires the most time and resources to produce.

• True
• False

8. What is the primary goal of news curation?

• To create original news content.
• To gather and share the most relevant news for a specific audience.
• To promote a particular political viewpoint.
• To overwhelm users with as much information as possible.

9. When choosing news sources for curation, which factor is most important?

• The source with the flashiest headlines.
• The source that aligns with your personal beliefs.
• The source with a reputation for accuracy and reliable information.
• The source with the most social media followers.

10. Which of the following is the LEAST reliable indicator of a source's credibility?

• Affiliation with a reputable university or organization.
• Date of publication (more recent is generally better).
• Use of emotional language and sensational headlines.
• Presence of a bibliography or list of references.