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Total questions: 51
Worksheet time: 27mins
What is a Lead in a news article?
Answers the questions who, what, where, and when
is a long introduction to the article
has quotations from witnesses
contains who wrote the article
What is the byline?
the title of the article
contains the name of the place where the story took place
the secondary heading of the article
contains the name of the person who wrote the article
What is a "quotation"?
dialogue which has these symbols ' ' around it
the lead of the story
another name for the headline of the article
dialogue that has these symbols " " around it
Why are news reports written?
to inform the world of the terrible stories that lead to unfortunate events
to inform citizens of events which are happening in the world locally and internationally
to make sure people have jobs
to give people something to do in the morning when they drink their coffee
What is a headline?
the person who wrote the article
the beginning of the actual article
the end of the actual article
the title of the news report
The order of an article is...
lead, headline, byline, and body paragraphs
headline, body paragraphs, lead and byline
headline, byline, lead, and body paragraphs
headline, body paragraphs, byline and lead
What does it mean to "add details"
add specific names, dates and times
be as vague or brief as possible
write information that is extra, not necessarily relevant to the story
Literally write "details" in your article
The five W's are Who, What, When, Where, and _______
whether
which
why
whenever
What is the main purpose of the 5W's?
to discover the main idea
to find important details
to learn about the author
to understand why the story was written
Which of the 5W questions would ask you to learn about the setting?
where and what
where and when
who and what
who and when
If you want to describe the plot, which question should you ask?
who
what
when
where
You would ask the question "who?" to learn about the _____
characters
plot
setting
theme
Which of the 5 W questions does this sentence answer?
Ronald learns that his real parents were wizards.
what
why
when
where
A great way to get your reader's attention at the beginning of your article is to:
introduce the problem directly
give background information on the issue or topic
stage an interesting scene that hints at the issue
any of the above
The most important step in writing your article is:
making inferences
coming up with a catchy headline
finding the right picture
using facts and making revisions
The first thing a journalist has to do is:
write the article
come up with a cool title
find a newsworthy event and observe it
interview witnesses
A call to action at the end of the story is your chance to:
summarize the story
tell your reader what you want them to do
give more facts about the issue
write a good metaphor
Most news reports are written in what perspective?
3rd person
1st person
2nd person
4th person
To be objective in your writing is to:
write in 1st person
focus on the goal you have
to not have any bias or opinion
to use strong vocabulary
When you find a good website to use as a resource, you should:
copy/paste it into your article
summarize it in your own words, and say where you got it
steal it
ignore it
This type of journalism involves reporting on current events, breaking ____, and providing information about important incidents, issues, or developments in society. These type of journalists need to be objective and present information without bias.
Opinion Journalism
News Journalism
Photo Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
This type of journalism focuses on in-depth stories that go beyond the basic facts. It delves into human interest stories, profiles of interesting individuals, and analysis of specific topics. These articles often aim to evoke emotions and provide readers with a deeper understanding of the subject.
Finance Journalism
Sports Journalism
Feature Journalism
Opinion Journalism
In this type of journalism, writers express their viewpoints on various topics. This type of journalism includes editorial columns, op-eds, and opinion pieces. These journalists must support their arguments with well-reasoned analysis and evidence.
Travel Journalism
Opinion Journalism
News Journalism
Sports Journalism
These journalists dig deep into topics that are often hidden or difficult to access. They aim to uncover and expose wrongdoing, corruption, or untold stories. This type of journalism requires persistence, research skills, and dedication.
Broadcast Journalism
Science and Technology Journalism
Photojournalism
Investigative Journalism
These journalists cover _____ing events, athletes, teams, and related issues. They may report on game outcomes, interviews with players or coaches, and analysis of ______-related topics.
Feature Journalism
Entertainment Journalism
Sports Journalism
Opinion Journalism
This type of journalism covers movies, music, TV shows, celebrities, and pop culture. These journalists may conduct interviews, review media, and report on industry events.
Entertainment Journalism
News Journalism
Opinion Journalism
Broadcast Journalism
an informal word meaning brave and determined
tedious
shallow
gutsy
convincing
unpleasant and horrible usually connected with injury or death
gruesome
amused
poignant
macabre
An event that causes public shock or anger
dedication
celebrity
scandal
news
in disguise
incognito
exception
terrorist
prison
information about something that has happened or is about to happen
ethics
tip-off
face off
identity
secretly become a part of an organisation
research
infiltrate
sland
scandal
surprising facts that people become aware of
revelations
ethics
scandal
tip-off
search hard for
dig around for
involve
inquire
get on with
moral principles
judgement
revelations
disguise
ethics
I would have slept much better if you .................me that horror story.
hadn't told
didn't tell
doesn't tell
If Jack had found out about the party, he ............... be here.
will
is going to
would
We .................. the film more, if the characters had been more believable.
will enjoy
would enjoy
would have enjoyed
The novel would be too santimental if it ................. a happier ending.
have
had
would have had
Which of these types of journalistic writing provides a description of the topic as well as an informed opinion?
News
investigative
reviews
feature
Which of these types of journalistic writing aims to uncover the truth about a particular subject, person, or event?
investigative
news
feature
column
Which of these types of journalistic writing is based on personality of the writer and usually is published once a week?
news
investigative
reviews
column
Which of these types of journalistic writing provides scope, depth, and interpretation of trends, events, topics or people?
investigative
feature
reviews
news
Which one is NOT a form of journalism media?
Broadcast
Typing
Online
When did the earliest known journalistic product circulate?
1900 CE
1500 BCE
1609 CE
59 BCE
Pulitzer used his newspaper to crusade for the rights of ___
Writers
Prizes
Hungarians
Immigrants
Other types of journalism include___
Travel journalism
Sports Journalism
Lifestyle Journalism
All of the above
The first English newspaper (from 1622) was called
The Weekly News
The Daily Planet
The Daily Current
The New York World
Magazines started in which century?
20th
19th
18th
17th
Which of these is NOT a key traditional ideal of journalism?
to be reliable
to be responsible
To help sell products
To help humanity understand our world
According to the BBC Ideas video, Journalism has always been about___
truth
capitalism
entertainment
Power
