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WorksheetsAP Style Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a primary characteristic of a credible source?
A. Popular on social media
B. Has an established track record of accuracy
C. Offers sensational information
D. Frequently cited by other non-verified sources
In AP style, how are dates typically formatted?
A. Month-Day-Year
B. Day-Month-Year
C. Month-Day
D. Year-Month-Day
Which of the following is a key aspect of journalistic ethics?
A. Bias towards popular opinion
B. Objectivity and fairness
C. Prioritizing speed over accuracy
D. Emphasizing opinions over facts
How does AP style recommend using numbers in text?
A. Spell out numbers one through nine; use figures for 10 and above
B. Always use numeric figures
C. Spell out all numbers
D. Use figures for one through nine; spell out 10 and above
What is an example of a secondary source?
A. An original research paper
B. A news report on a study
C. A direct interview
D. A personal diary
In AP style, how should the names of books and movies be formatted?
A. Italics
B. Quotation marks
C. Bold
D. Underlined
What is a key principle in ensuring credibility in journalism?
A. Relying on a single source
B. Avoiding the verification of facts
C. Using anonymous sources frequently
D. Providing evidence and multiple sources
AP style advises against the use of Oxford commas except in which scenario?
A. Lists of three items
B. To avoid confusion
C. In complex sentences
D. Never
What is an important factor in evaluating the credibility of a news report?
A. The number of advertisements on the page
B. The sensational nature of the headline
C. The diversity of viewpoints presented
D. The popularity of the author
Which of the following is discouraged in AP style writing?
A. Use of first-person narrative
B. Use of Clarity
C. Use of active voice
D. Inclusion of relevant facts
