WorksheetsJournalism 3 Pre-Test
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following is a common leadership style found in journalism organizations?
Autocratic
Laissez-faire
Transformational
All of the above
What is the primary purpose of editing in journalism?
To increase the length of articles
To ensure clarity and precision
To add more opinions
To remove all facts
Which term best describes the process of determining if a story is important and relevant to the audience?
Proofreading
Newsworthiness assessment
Coaching
Brainstorming
A journalism leader wants to help a new reporter improve their interviewing skills. Which coaching technique would be most effective?
Giving only written feedback
Demonstrating an interview and then allowing the reporter to practice
Ignoring mistakes
Assigning more articles without guidance
A reporter is struggling to meet deadlines. Which strategy could help them manage their time more effectively?
Waiting until the last minute to start
Breaking the assignment into smaller tasks with mini-deadlines
Ignoring the deadline
Focusing only on one story at a time, regardless of urgency
When editing an article, which step should a journalist take to improve clarity?
Add more complex vocabulary
Remove unnecessary jargon and simplify sentences
Increase the word count
Use more passive voice
A news organization is facing multiple breaking news stories at once. As a leader, how should you prioritize coverage to ensure deadlines are met and quality is maintained?
Assign all stories to one reporter
Prioritize stories based on newsworthiness and available resources, then delegate tasks accordingly
Cover only the easiest stories
Delay all stories until more staff are available
You are coaching a team of student journalists who consistently miss deadlines. What strategic plan could you implement to improve their performance?
Ignore the missed deadlines
Set clear expectations, provide regular check-ins, and offer feedback on time management
Assign fewer stories
Allow students to set their own deadlines without oversight
A reporter submits a story that is factually accurate but lacks reader engagement. As an editor, what steps would you take to enhance the article’s newsworthiness and appeal?
Add more statistics without context
Suggest including quotes from relevant sources and a compelling lead
Shorten the article significantly
Publish the article as is
A journalism leader wants to foster a collaborative environment. Which leadership style would best support this goal?
Autocratic
Democratic
Laissez-faire
Transactional
