Exploring Media: Quiz on Journalism

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of b-roll in broadcast journalism?

• To provide background music for a segment

• To visually support and enhance the main story

• To replace the main interview footage

• To display advertisements

What is a key ethical principle that broadcast journalists must follow when reporting news?

• Always prioritize entertainment over accuracy

• Ensure information is verified before broadcasting

• Use only anonymous sources

• Edit interviews to change their meaning

Which of the following is an important interviewing skill for journalists?

• Interrupting the interviewee frequently

• Asking open-ended questions

• Only asking yes/no questions

• Avoiding eye contact

In podcasting, what is the main function of editing audio?

• To increase the length of the podcast

• To improve sound quality and flow

• To add more advertisements

• To remove all background music

Which of the following best defines b-roll footage?

• The main interview footage

• Supplementary video that adds context to the story

• Audio-only content

• Commercial breaks

Which podcasting technique helps maintain listener engagement throughout an episode?

• Speaking in a monotone voice

• Using varied pacing and tone

• Avoiding any background music

• Ignoring the target audience

When editing a podcast, which of the following should you do to ensure clarity?

• Leave in all pauses and filler words

• Remove unnecessary background noise

• Increase the volume of all sounds equally

• Add random sound effects

Which of the following is an example of a visual storytelling technique using b-roll?

• Showing related images while a narrator explains the story

• Only using audio interviews

• Displaying a blank screen during narration

• Using unrelated stock footage

A journalist is preparing for an interview. Which step demonstrates effective planning?

• Not researching the interviewee

• Preparing a list of relevant questions in advance

• Relying solely on spontaneous questions

• Ignoring the topic of discussion

How can a podcaster apply the concept of pacing to improve their show?

• By speaking at the same speed throughout

• By varying the speed and rhythm to match the content

• By avoiding any changes in tone

• By skipping introductions