WorksheetsQuiz 3 - Midterm in Campus Journalism - Multiple Choice
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
What is the main goal of news writing?
To entertain the reader
To share personal stories
To inform the public accurately and clearly
To provide fictional accounts
Which structure does news writing commonly follow?
Chronological order
Storytelling arc
Inverted pyramid
Narrative loop
The headline of a news article should be:
Long and detailed
Catchy but concise
A summary of all details
Full of quotes
Which part of a news article answers the 5Ws and H immediately?
A. Headline
B. Body
C. Lead
D. Tail
Which type of feature story focuses on an inspiring individual?
A. Human interest
B. Profile
C. Historical
D. Seasonal
“How to Survive Exam Week Without Stress” is an example of which feature?
Historical
Human interest
How-to article
Profile
Which characteristic best describes feature writing?
A. Time-bound
B. Informative and entertaining
C. Limited to politics
D. Always short
What is a lead in news writing?
The summary of the whole story
The opening sentence/paragraph that grabs attention
The conclusion of the story
The body with details
“Thick smoke and flames engulfed Brgy. 214 in Manila early this morning...” is an example of which type of lead?
Punch lead
Descriptive lead
Quotation lead
Question lead
“It all started with the Christmas tree cable,” said a neighbor... is an example of:
Punch lead
Quotation lead
Descriptive lead
Question lead
Which lead asks a question to spark curiosity?
Quotation lead
Question lead
Punch lead
Descriptive lead
Which of the following is a punch lead?
A. “A single gunshot ended the mayor’s speech—sending the crowd running for cover.”
B. “Thick black smoke rose above Pasig City...”
Why is brevity important in writing leads?
To impress readers with long words
To save space in newspapers
To keep the story clear and straight to the point
To add suspense like fiction
The last part of a news story, often containing less important details or conclusion. Write the correct answer on the space provided.
Ending or Conclusion
Headline
Byline
Lead
The line in a news article that tells who wrote it. Write the correct answer on the space provided.
Byline
Headline
Caption
Dateline
The practice of writing news starting with the most important facts.
Inverted pyramid
Feature writing
Editorial column
Chronological order
The sentence/paragraph designed to grab the reader’s attention and summarize key facts. Write the correct answer on the space provided.
Lead or Lede
Body
Caption
Headline
A type of feature story that highlights a person’s life and achievements. Write the correct answer on the space provided.
Profile
Editorial
Review
News Report
A feature that gives practical advice or tips to readers. Write the correct answer on the space provided.
How-to or Service feature
Editorial feature
Personality profile
Travelogue
A type of story that emphasizes human struggles, joys, and experiences.
Human interest story
Editorial
Sports report
Weather update
The structure of a feature article consists of headline, lead, body, and _____?
ending
introduction
caption
summary
The principle of journalism that requires double-checking names, dates, and facts is known as:
Verification
Sensationalism
Bias
Plagiarism
The principle of journalism that avoids wordiness and focuses on essentials is known as:
Objectivity
Clarity
Brevity
Accuracy
The principle of journalism that ensures writing is easy to understand is called:
Clarity
Objectivity
Sensationalism
Bias
The lead that presents facts immediately, answering the 5Ws and H, is called:
Summary lead
Question lead
Quotation lead
Descriptive lead
Define the term 'Body' as used in journalism or writing.
The main part of a news story, article, or other piece of writing, containing the details and development of the topic.
The headline or title of a news story or article.
The list of sources or references used in a news story or article.
The summary or conclusion at the end of a news story or article.
Define the term 'Tail / Ending' as used in journalism or writing.
The concluding part of a news story or article, often summarizing or providing closure.
The headline of a news story or article.
The introduction or lead paragraph of a news story.
A list of sources used in the article.
Define the term 'Byline' as used in journalism or writing.
A line in a newspaper or magazine naming the writer of an article.
A summary of the main points of an article.
A section where advertisements are placed.
A caption for a photograph in an article.
Define the term 'Inverted pyramid' as used in journalism or writing.
A style of news writing where the most important information is presented at the beginning, followed by supporting details.
A method of organizing a story in chronological order from start to finish.
A technique where the least important information is given first, followed by more important details.
A way of structuring news articles with only quotes and no factual information.
Define the term 'Lead' as used in journalism or writing.
The opening paragraph of a news story, containing the most important information.
A type of headline used in magazines.
A summary at the end of an article.
A quote from an interviewee.
Define the term 'Profile feature' as used in journalism or writing.
A detailed article focusing on a particular person, providing insight into their life and character.
A short news report about a recent event.
An editorial expressing the writer's opinion on a topic.
A list of upcoming events in a community.
Define the term 'Historical feature' as used in journalism or writing.
An article that explores events or people from the past, often providing context or analysis.
A news report about current political events.
A fictional story set in the future.
A review of a recent movie release.
Define the term 'How-to feature' as used in journalism or writing.
An article that provides step-by-step instructions or guidance on how to do something.
A news report covering a recent event.
A profile of a famous personality.
An opinion piece expressing the writer's viewpoint.
Define the term 'Seasonal feature' as used in journalism or writing.
An article related to a particular season or time of year, often focusing on relevant events or activities.
A news report that covers breaking events as they happen.
A feature article that profiles a famous personality regardless of the time of year.
A technical article explaining the mechanics of journalism.
Define the term 'Human interest story' as used in journalism or writing.
A news story that focuses on people and their experiences, aiming to evoke emotion or interest from the reader.
A story that only reports on political events and government decisions.
A technical report about scientific discoveries with no personal angle.
A financial analysis of market trends and economic forecasts.
Define the term 'Conclusion' as used in journalism or writing.
The final part of a news story or article, summarizing the main points or providing closure.
The introduction of a news story, presenting the most important information first.
A section that lists all the sources used in the article.
A brief statement highlighting the writer's opinion on the topic.
Define the term 'Accuracy' as used in journalism or writing.
The quality of being correct, precise, and free from errors in reporting or writing.
The ability to write lengthy articles regardless of facts.
The use of persuasive language to influence readers.
The presentation of opinions as facts in news stories.
Define the term 'Brevity' as used in journalism or writing.
The quality of expressing much in few words; conciseness.
The use of elaborate and decorative language.
The act of repeating information for emphasis.
The process of writing lengthy articles.
Define the term 'Clarity' as used in journalism or writing.
The quality of being clear and easy to understand.
The use of complex vocabulary to impress readers.
The inclusion of as many facts as possible, regardless of relevance.
The tendency to use ambiguous language to create mystery.
Define the term 'Summary / Traditional lead' as used in journalism or writing.
A lead that summarizes the most important aspects of a news story, typically answering the who, what, when, where, why, and how.
A lead that focuses only on the emotional impact of the story, ignoring factual details.
A lead that uses a question to engage the reader without providing any information.
A lead that provides background information without mentioning the main event.
