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Introduction to Journalism Quiz for 9th Graders

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main purpose of news reporting?

a)

To entertain people

b)

To inform people

2.

Which of these is a type of news?

a)

Opinion

b)

Fiction

3.

What is the role of journalists?

a)

To make advertisements

b)

To report news

4.

Which of these is entertainment news?

a)

A story about a new park opening

b)

A movie review

5.

Which is an example of breaking news?

a)

A report on a natural disaster

b)

An article about fashion trends

6.

Why is it important for journalists to check their facts?

a)

To make their stories more interesting

b)

To make sure their stories are true.

7.

What should a journalist do if they do not know if the information is true?

a)

Publish it anyway

b)

Not include it in their story

8.

Which of these is a characteristic of a good news report?

a)

It contains opinions

b)

It is clear and concise

9.

What is the difference between news and opinion pieces?

a)

News is based on facts, while opinion pieces include personal views

b)

There is no difference

10.

Why is it important for journalists to know who they are telling their news to?

a)

To choose the right language and examples

b)

To make more money