Investigative Journalism and Muckrakers

The video explores the evolution and impact of investigative journalism, starting with Nelly Bly's undercover work in the 1880s, which led to asylum reforms. It highlights Upton Sinclair's influence on food safety laws and discusses the term 'muckraker' coined by Theodore Roosevelt. The Watergate scandal, uncovered by Woodward and Bernstein, exemplifies journalism's power to hold leaders accountable. Today, investigative journalism continues to expose corruption and protect citizens' rights.

What is one of the primary roles of investigative journalists?

• To write fictional stories

• To promote political campaigns

• To expose injustice and corruption

• To entertain the public

What was Nelly Bly's significant contribution to journalism?

• She wrote a novel about the meatpacking industry

• She coined the term 'muckraker'

• She exposed the conditions in a women's asylum

• She reported on the Watergate scandal

What was the impact of Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle'?

• It exposed the conditions in a women's asylum

• It resulted in the first food safety legislation

• It coined the term 'muckraker'

• It led to the resignation of a president

Who coined the term 'muckraker'?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Upton Sinclair

• Nelly Bly

• Bob Woodward

What was the initial public perception of muckrakers?

• They were seen as heroes

• They were viewed negatively

• They were celebrated by all

• They were ignored by society

Which reporters were responsible for uncovering the Watergate scandal?

• Upton Sinclair and Bob Woodward

• Nelly Bly and Upton Sinclair

• Theodore Roosevelt and Richard Nixon

• Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein

What was the outcome of the Watergate scandal investigation?

• The first food safety legislation was passed

• Nelly Bly went undercover

• The term 'muckraker' was coined

• President Nixon resigned

What award did Woodward and Bernstein win for their investigative work?

• Academy Award

• Golden Globe

• Pulitzer Prize

• Nobel Prize

How did investigative journalism evolve in the 20th century?

• It became less important

• It focused more on entertainment

• It gained respect for exposing corruption

• It was banned in many countries

What is a key characteristic of investigative journalism today?

• It is only practiced in the U.S.

• It aims to protect citizens' rights

• It is primarily focused on celebrity news

• It avoids controversial topics