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Sub Editing

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the goal of a lead at the beginning of a news article?

a)

To highlight key points in the article

b)

To provide a summary of the entire article

c)

To express personal viewpoints

d)

To attract attention and introduce the main idea of the article.

2.

Why are captions important in visual media?

a)

Captions decrease accessibility in visual media

b)

Captions provide accessibility, improve comprehension, enhance SEO, and increase engagement.

c)

Captions have no impact on engagement in visual media

d)

Captions are irrelevant in visual media

3.

What is the process of fact-checking in sub editing?

a)

Cross-referencing, Validating, Verifying

b)

Verify accuracy, confirm sources, check for errors, ensure consistency

c)

Proofreading, Editing, Revising

d)

Double-checking, Reviewing, Confirming

4.

What is the correct usage of 'affect' vs. 'effect' in a sentence?

a)

Both 'affect' and 'effect' can be used interchangeably.

b)

Always use 'affect' instead of 'effect'.

c)

Use 'affect' for the subject and 'effect' for the object.

d)

Use 'effect' for the subject and 'affect' for the object.

5.

Which style guide is commonly used in journalism?

a)

Chicago Manual of Style

b)

American Psychological Association (APA) Style

c)

Associated Press (AP) Stylebook

d)

Modern Language Association (MLA) Style

6.

What is the importance of proofreading in sub editing?

a)

Proofreading helps maintain the quality and credibility of the edited material by eliminating mistakes and inconsistencies.

b)

Proofreading slows down the editing process

c)

Proofreading only focuses on grammar errors

d)

Proofreading is unnecessary in sub editing

7.

How can you ensure grammatical accuracy in a written piece?

a)

Using emojis instead of words

b)

Copying and pasting text from the internet without checking

c)

Ignoring all grammar rules completely

d)

Proofreading for spelling, punctuation, subject-verb agreement, tense consistency, and sentence structure.

8.

What are some common grammar mistakes to watch out for in sub editing?

a)

Capitalisation errors

b)

Misplaced modifiers

c)

Subject-verb agreement errors, punctuation mistakes, incorrect word usage, inconsistent verb tense, lack of parallel structure

d)

Run-on sentences

9.

Why is it important to adhere to a specific style guide in journalism?

a)

It restricts journalists' ability to cover a wide range of topics.

b)

It ensures consistency, professionalism, and credibility in reporting.

c)

It is unnecessary and hinders journalistic integrity.

d)

It allows for creative freedom and expression in reporting.

10.

What are some key elements to consider when writing a headline?

a)

Grammar, Font, Color, Tone, Humor

b)

Relevance, Clarity, Accuracy, Length, Impact