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WorksheetsJournalism 1: Quiz 4
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 20mins
What is the definition for a Code of Ethics?
Rules that state what you can and cannot do
A written set of guidelines for behavior
An expectation for how to write code
None of the above
When you sense that something is wrong or at least "not quite right", your gut instinct is not enough to prove a point. You are going through this sort of event.
Moral Ineptness
Violation on consciousness
Ethical Dilemma
Code of Ethics infraction
As a result of this journalist's death, journalists now that the status of freedom of the press in countries outside of the United States.
Daniel Pearl
Christiane Amanpour
Ruth Ginsburg
Judith Scheindlin
Match the following Code of Ethics for student journalists with the answer that explains what it means.
Be Responsible
Act with integrity and honesty in reporting.
Be Fair
Treat all subjects of news coverage with respect.
Minimize Harm
Avoid causing unnecessary harm to individuals or communities.
Be Accountable
Take responsibility for your work and its impact.
Seek Truth
Strive to provide accurate and balanced information.
Which of the following is NOT one of the ABCs of journalism?
Be Accurate
Be Balanced
Be Correct
Be Concise
Be Accountable
What are you NOT responsible for doing when it comes to writing stories that involve subjects and sources?
A chance to respond to the article
Showing respect and courtesy
Showing compassion and consideration
Monetary repayment for information
Being in control of how you write the story
What are some of the reasons why an editor would allow a source to have anonymity in an article?
You have verified the credibility of the source
The information you have gathered has been vetted and verified
The information is not available from any other sources
The story holds great significance to your intended audience
The source's identity is in real danger if revealed
When you are following the ABCs of journalism, the (a) or impartial meaning of keeping your feelings and opinions out of the article are vital. You could be seen as being (b) in letting your audience know if there could be a conflict of interest.
When an article is written and a mistake is revealed, it is the obligation of the journalist AND the publication to issue one of these in a timely manner.
Retraction
Correction
Statement
Pull out
This is when a person (whether an editor or gatekeeper) closely examines the article or topic and make it harder for the writer, they could be seen as using this method.
Judgmental bias
Scrutiny
Gatekeepers authority
Contextual correction
