WorksheetsU1 Test: What is the news?
Total questions: 38
Worksheet time: 2hrs 11mins
Which news value refers to the effect or influence a story has on readers?
Proximity
Immediacy
Impact
Novelty
When a story is time-sensitive and needs to be reported quickly, which news value does it primarily reflect?
Immediacy
Conflict
Prominence
Emotions
A story about a local business closing would most likely appeal to which news value?
Prominence
Proximity
Novelty
Conflict
Which news value is most associated with stories about celebrities or well-known figures?
Proximity
Impact
Prominence
Immediacy
When a story focuses on an unusual or unexpected event, which news value does it primarily reflect?
Conflict
Emotions
Novelty
Impact
Stories about disagreements, disputes, or wars most closely align with which news value?
Proximity
Conflict
Novelty
Immediacy
Which news value is most likely to be emphasized in stories about natural disasters or personal triumphs?
Prominence
Proximity
Emotions
Novelty
The name of the journalist who wrote the article, typically appearing at the beginning or end of the story, is called:
Dateline
Byline
Headline
Tagline
Which term refers to the line at the beginning of a news story that indicates where and when the story was written?
Byline
Headline
Dateline
Tagline
The opening paragraph of a news story that summarizes the most important information is called:
Headline
Attribution
Lead
Byline
When a journalist includes the exact words spoken by a source in their story, this is called a:
Lead
Quote
Attribution
Headline
The practice of identifying the source of information or a quote in a news story is known as:
Byline
Lead
Attribution
Dateline
What is the term for the title of a news story, typically appearing in large font at the top of the article?
Byline
Lead
Headline
Dateline
A visual element that accompanies a news story to provide additional context or information is called:
Headline
Photo
Byline
Lead
The line that identifies the photographer or source of an image in a news story is called:
Byline
Dateline
Photo Credit
Tagline
Contact information for the reporter, enabling readers to provide feedback:
Lead
Byline
Tagline
Attribution
A short, impactful quote from the story that is highlighted separately from the main text is called:
Attribution
Liftout Quote
Headline
Lead
Which term refers to current events and information about recent happenings?
Journalism
News
Interview
Attribution
A factual account of a current event, typically following a specific structure, is called:
News story
Interview
Headline
Tagline
A person who gathers, verifies, and reports news for a publication or broadcast is called:
Editor
Photographer
Journalist
Reader
The profession of gathering, verifying, analyzing, and presenting news and information is known as:
Broadcasting
Editing
Journalism
Publishing
News that is delivered via television or radio is referred to as:
Print news
Digital news
Broadcast news
Wire news
News that is published in newspapers or magazines is called:
Broadcast news
Digital news
Print news
Wire news
A conversation between a journalist and a source to gather information for a story is called:
Survey
Interview
Conference
Briefing
CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC are examples of:
Local news outlets
National news outlets
Campus newspapers
Wire services
A news organization that primarily covers events and issues in a specific city or region is called:
National news outlet
Wire service
Local news outlet
International news agency
A newspaper produced by and for students at a high school, college or university is called:
School gazette
Student press
Campus newspaper
Academic journal
Which of the following is NOT typically considered one of a journalist's tools?
Notebook
Camera
Microphone
Printing press
In a newsroom, there are a several senior level roles. (a) is the ultimate boss; they preside over all departments to ensure profitability. (b) runs the newsroom. They have the final say in the story selections and news philosophy. The newsroom is not run by itself. (c) runs the day-to-day operations of the newsroom and resolves any staff issues.
There are several editing positions in a newsroom. (a) coordinates photo assignments and chooses images to run in the paper. (b) assigns and edits all the stories running in the paper’s sports section. (c) handles any city news. (d) assigns stories about lifestyles, entertainment and reviews.
In a newsroom, there are two types of reporters. There are (a) who cover a variety of topics, depending on news from day to day. There are also (b) who cover a specific topic like sports, crime, politics, education, etc.
Organize these options into the right categories
Staffers transfer news and
advertising into pixels and ink.
Press operators print thousands of
copies every day.
Delivery drivers distribute newspapers
to homes and businesses.
Subscribers receive newspapers at their
doorsteps every morning.
Circulation managers oversee the distribution
of newspapers to different locations.
Customer service representatives handle
subscription inquiries and issues.
Sales team secures advertising deals
with local businesses.
Graphic designers design logos and
branding materials.
Digital team manages online advertising
and social media campaigns.
Reporters investigate and write news stories.
Editors review and revise articles for publication.
Journalists conduct interviews and research for articles.
Match these terms with their definitions.
Headline
Title of a story.
Byline
Author of story.
Dateline
Location of story.
Lead
Story intro w/ key ideas.
Quote
Exact words of someone.
What is the difference between a national news source and a local news source? Explain your answer & give an example of a story that would be appropriate for each. Your answer should be no less than 6 sentences.
You're a journalist who has just learned that the mayor of your city has been arrested on corruption charges. Your editor has assigned you to cover this breaking story. In 7-9 specific steps, outline your process for investigating, developing, and writing this news article, from initial information gathering to final submission.
Why are the elements of newsworthiness (proximity, novelty, conflict, etc) important? Explain in 3–6 sentences.
A major traffic accident occurred this morning at Sci-Tech High School, causing extensive delays for commuters. As a student journalist, you've been assigned to cover this breaking story for the school newspaper.
Task:
1) List three essential tools you would bring to report on this incident effectively.
2) Identify three key sources you would interview to gather comprehensive information about the accident and its impact.
Explain how each tool and source would contribute to your reporting of this event.
What is a news story?
