MAC 311 MOCK QUESTIONS

What is the primary purpose of a mission statement in a newspaper or magazine?

• To guide the editorial staff in their activities

• To provide entertainment for the readers

• To outline the financial goals of the publication

• To describe the layout of the publication

Which of the following is NOT a source of revenue for newspapers and magazines?

• Sales

• Income from advertisements

• Subsidy from the owner

• Government grants

What is the role of gate-keeping in the context of newspapers and magazines?

• To ensure that all news items are published without editing

• To select which news items are allowed to be published

• To manage the financial aspects of the publication

• To design the layout of the newspaper or magazine

Why are photographs considered important in newspapers and magazines?

• They are less expensive than written articles

• They are used solely for decoration

• They help to tell the story and add credibility

• They replace the need for written content

What is the primary function of editorial cartoons in print media?

• To present serious issues in a humorous way

• To serve as advertisements

• To provide serious news coverage

• To replace photographs in articles

What is the primary role of a photojournalist?

• To write news articles

• To manage social media accounts

• To capture newsworthy photographs

• To edit video content

Which of the following is NOT a type of page make-up?

• Horizontal make-up

• Modular make-up

• Vertical make-up

• Circular make-up

What is a significant challenge faced by newspapers in Nigeria?

• Low literacy levels

• High literacy rates

• Excessive advertisement support

• Abundant financial resources

What does e-publishing refer to?

• Publishing in print format only

• Online delivery of newspapers and magazines

• Publishing only in local languages

• Distribution of newspapers through physical stores

Which of the following is a method used in photo-editing?

• Photo-structuring

• Photo-archiving

• Photo-typing

• Photo-cropping