WorksheetsJournalism Ethics
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which principle of journalistic ethics emphasizes the importance of accuracy?
Truth and Accuracy
Independence
Fairness and Impartiality
Humility
What does the principle of fairness and impartiality require from journalists?
To report only positive news
To discriminate and stereotype
To provide balanced and fair reporting
To prioritize personal interests over public interest
What are some challenges journalists face in maintaining ethical standards?
Why is independence important in journalism?
It ensures unbiased reporting
It allows journalists to promote personal opinions
It helps journalists gain popularity
It prevents journalists from reporting on sensitive topics
Why is sensitivity in reporting important, especially in tragic events?
It helps journalists gain more followers
It prevents journalists from reporting on tragic events
It respects the privacy and emotions of those affected
It allows journalists to sensationalize the news
What does the principle of accountability require from journalists?
To avoid taking responsibility for their work
To admit and correct mistakes when necessary
To prioritize personal gain over public interest
To manipulate public opinion
How does social media impact journalism ethics?
It helps journalists verify information quickly
It makes it easier for journalists to spread biased news
It challenges the verification of information
It has no impact on journalism ethics
How can consumers support ethical journalism?
By demanding accurate and unbiased reporting
By sharing sensational news on social media
By promoting personal opinions in news articles
By ignoring news that challenges their beliefs
Journalism Ethics&Standards
They are principles of good practice
They are principles of bad practice
They are principles of international practice
They are principles of ecuadorian practice
Professional journalism associations, individual news organizations, and journalists themselves often have their own "code of ethics"
True
False
In Journalism, the CODE OF ETHICS is international
True
False
Choose the 6 Basic Principles in Journalism
Truthfulness, Public accountability, Fairness
Accuracy, Objectivity, Impartiality
Subjectivity, partiality, private accountability
Falsehooh, Iniquity, Inaccuracy
What is the responsability of the journalist with the "principle of harm"?
They have the responsability to not harm others while reporting a story
They have the responsability to harm others while reporting a story
They have the responsability to copy others while reporting a story
They don't have the responsability to not copy others while reporting a story
How might a journalist apply the duty of justice?
by being committed to constantly improving their skills and knowledge
by ensuring that their reporting is accurate and verifiable
by being a watchdog on government to ensure that it is not corrupt
none of the above
Maria wanted to verify her news story, so she checked with three different sources on it to make sure she got it right. Maria is demonstrating:
Libel
Accuracy
Inflation
Privacy
A reporter can be sued for libel if anything they report or write:
exposes people to hatred or ridicule
causes harm in a person's occupation or profession.
causes someone to be shunned or avoided
all of the above.
What does it mean for a reporter to remain "neutral" when producing a story?
The reporter should give their opinion.
The reporter should report the facts they agree with.
The reporter should have no personal feelings about the story.
The reporter should present both sides of a story or all the information in a story.
Which principle of journalistic ethics emphasizes the importance of transparency?
A) Truth and Accuracy
B) Independence
C) Transparency
D) Fairness and Impartiality
What is the role of a journalist in maintaining public trust?
A) To sensationalize news
B) To report facts accurately
C) To ignore public opinion
D) To prioritize entertainment
How does the principle of independence affect a journalist's work?
A) It allows journalists to accept gifts from sources
B) It ensures journalists remain unbiased
C) It encourages journalists to follow public opinion
D) It permits journalists to express personal views
Why is it important for journalists to verify their sources?
A) To ensure accuracy and credibility
B) To increase the speed of reporting
C) To gain more followers
D) To sensationalize the news
What does the principle of accountability require from journalists when they make a mistake?
A) To ignore the mistake
B) To admit and correct the mistake
C) To blame others for the mistake
D) To hide the mistake
How can journalists demonstrate fairness in their reporting?
A) By presenting only one side of a story
B) By providing balanced and unbiased information
C) By prioritizing their personal opinions
D) By avoiding controversial topics
What is the significance of the principle of harm minimization in journalism?
A) It allows journalists to report without restrictions
B) It encourages journalists to sensationalize tragic events
C) It requires journalists to consider the impact of their reporting on individuals
D) It permits journalists to ignore the consequences of their reporting
How does social media challenge traditional journalism ethics?
A) By providing a platform for quick information sharing
B) By making it easier to verify information
C) By spreading misinformation rapidly
D) By reducing the need for ethical standards
