Journalism Pretest

What does the First Amendment protect?

• The right to vote

• Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom from taxation

Which of the following is not protected under the First Amendment for journalists?

• Publishing government criticism

• Reporting on public figures

• Libelous statements

• Investigative reporting

Which organization created the widely accepted journalism Code of Ethics?

• CNN

• Associated Press

• Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ)

• Reuters

Which of the following is a core principle of journalism ethics?

• Sensationalism

• Objectivity

• Profitability

• Bias

What does "minimize harm" mean in journalism ethics?

• Avoid reporting on sensitive topics

• Protect sources at all costs

• Consider the impact of reporting on individuals and communities

• Never publish negative stories

A story about a local flood is considered newsworthy because of:

• Novelty

• Proximity

• Conflict

• Prominence

Which news value applies to a story about a celebrity scandal?

• Timeliness

• Prominence

• Human interest

• Proximity

What is the primary goal of newswriting?

• Entertain the reader

• Persuade the audience

• Inform the public accurately and clearly

• Promote a product

What is the term for the first sentence or paragraph of a news story?

• Hook

• Lead

• Nut graf

Which of the following is not a characteristic of good newswriting?

• Clarity

• Objectivity

• Wordiness

• Accuracy