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WorksheetsCh 11 Sports
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 17mins
Which news value focuses on current events in the sports section?
Proximity
Timeliness
Impact
Oddity
Why does the sports section matter according to the document?
It provides financial benefits.
It highlights the prominence of athletes.
It focuses on academic achievements.
It promotes environmental awareness.
Why does the sports section matter in writing?
It focuses only on sports events.
It can be a lens to look at issues that impact all students.
It is only for entertainment purposes.
It is not relevant to students.
Which of the following is a possible topic covered in sports writing?
Fashion trends
Stress
Cooking recipes
Travel destinations
Which topic is NOT mentioned as a possible topic in sports writing?
Nutrition
Sleep
Astronomy
Technology
What are evergreen stories?
Stories that are only relevant for a short time
Stories written ahead of time and adaptable
Stories that cannot be changed once written
Stories that are only about current events
Which of the following is a possible sports topic for evergreen stories?
Weather forecasts
Concussions
Breaking news
Political debates
Which of the following should be covered as a sport according to the document?
Only sports that the staff likes
All sanctioned school teams
Sports that are not Olympic events
Sports without competition
What is the first step in scheduling sports coverage according to the document?
Create a budget for sports equipment
Start with a master list of your school’s sports
Hire coaches for each sport
Organize a sports day event
What should be made after creating a master list of sports?
A list of sports equipment
A master calendar of practices and competitions
A list of sports rules
A schedule for sports meetings
What is important for reporting sports events?
Relying on hearsay
Reporting as swiftly as possible
Avoiding physical presence
Ignoring key stats
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for reliable sports reporting?
No hearsay
Be physically present at events
Cover the five W’s of the game
Avoid taking photos
According to the sports coverage guidelines, what should be covered?
Only the most popular sports
Only local sports
All sports, not just the big ones
Only international sports
What should be the focus of sports coverage according to the guidelines?
Only the score box
The story of the game, not just the score box
Only the star players
The final result only
What is recommended to avoid in sports coverage to keep it fair?
Highlighting only one team
Avoid private agendas
Focusing on individual players
Ignoring statistics
What should sports coverage make easy for the audience?
Access to player interviews
Getting accurate, up-to-date stats
Watching live games
Access to historical data
What should you learn before you begin covering a sport?
The history of the sport
The basics and key strategies
The rules of every sport
The biographies of famous athletes
Which of the following is an example of sports terminology you should learn?
Home run
Hat trick
Slam dunk
Touchdown
How can you learn how professional writers cover your sport?
By watching documentaries
By reading sports news online or in print
By attending live games
By interviewing athletes
What is the purpose of comparing your story to a more experienced journalist's story?
To find grammatical errors
To improve your writing skills
To make your story longer
To change your writing style completely
What is one of the activities to do for sports coverage before game day?
Write a game summary
Go to practice
Interview fans
Design team uniforms
Who should you meet to get contact information for sports coverage?
Fans
Referees
Coaches
Vendors
What should you double-check on game day for sports coverage?
Weather forecast
Time and location
Team rosters
Ticket prices
What should be arranged for sports coverage on game day?
Team jerseys
Comp admission
Food and drinks
Transportation
Which of the following is NOT a tool to assemble for sports coverage?
Camera and extra battery
Shotgun mic
Digital recorder
Tripod
What is one of the preparations mentioned for sports coverage?
Writing a script
Preparing social media posts
Booking a hotel
Hiring a photographer
What should you do to prepare for the weather on game day?
Dress for the weather
Ignore the weather
Wear formal attire
Bring an umbrella only
Why is it important to use press credentials ethically on game day?
To gain unauthorized access
To ensure professional conduct
To impress others
To avoid paying for tickets
What is one way to improve the quality of sports photos during a game?
Use a drone
Get close to the action
Use a wide-angle lens
Take photos from the stands
What is a recommended method for providing real-time updates during a sports game?
Write a newspaper article
Send emails
Use social media
Make phone calls
What is one of the tasks involved in sports coverage after the game?
Write a game brief
Conduct a player interview
Organize a fan meeting
Design a team logo
Which of the following is suggested to be included in a post-game report?
A captioned photo
A video montage
A player biography
A weather report
What should be included in a comprehensive game recap for sports coverage?
Key players' names, basic facts, season record, colorful details, an angle, quotes
Only the final score and key players' names
Weather conditions and ticket sales
Only quotes from the home team
