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WorksheetsWriting for the media
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is the primary obligation of journalism according to Kovach and Rosenstiel?
Entertainment
Truth
Profit
Popularity
What is the essence of journalism as described in the test?
Speed
Verification
Opinion
Creativity
From whom must journalists maintain independence to avoid harm, according to ethical journalism principles?
Their editors
The government
Those they cover
Advertisers
What is the first paragraph of a news story called, and what key questions does it typically answer?
Conclusion, who and why
Lead, who, what, when, where, why
Summary, what and when
Introduction, where and how
What structure is most commonly used in hard news writing, and how does it differ from the approach in feature stories?
Chronological, differs by using flashbacks
Inverted pyramid, differs by starting with an anecdote
Narrative, differs by focusing on data
Outline, differs by adding visuals
What are two techniques a reporter might use to enhance storytelling in feature stories?
Descriptive narration and extended quotes
Short sentences and statistics
Headlines and subheadings
Timeliness and conflict
What news value refers to how recent an event is, and what value involves conflict or tension that draws attention?
Prominence, proximity
Timeliness, conflict
Relevance, tragedy
Impact, balance
What ethical principle requires journalists to admit and correct mistakes when they happen?
Integrity
Transparency
Accountability
Fairness
When writing for broadcast media, what should writers avoid using, and what should they focus on instead?
Avoid jargon, focus on passive voice
Avoid long or complex sentences, focus on active voice
Avoid simplicity, focus on technical terms
Avoid clarity, focus on lengthy explanations
What are three challenges affecting ethical reporting in Nigeria as mentioned in the test?
Technological issues, funding, and censorship
Political interference, lack of resources, and pressure to publish news before verifying it
Media competition, legal restrictions, and public apathy
Training gaps, equipment shortages, and international influence
What role must journalism play in a democracy, as stated in the test?
Entertain the public
Act as a watchdog, holding the powerful to account
Promote government policies
Focus on profit generation
What principle do journalists breach if they accept bribes or kill stories for money, according to the test?
Fairness
Integrity
Transparency
Objectivity
