Basic Journalism Principles Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of journalism?

To investigate personal scandals

To provide information to the public (correct)

To entertain the audience

To influence public opinion

What determines the newsworthiness of an item?

The impact of the event on the community (correct)

The journalist's personal opinions

The celebrity involved in the event

The timing of the event

What is the role of sources in journalism?

To investigate the journalist

To provide credible information (correct)

To provide biased information

To write the news article

What are the basic questions used in news gathering?

Who, What, Where, When, Why, How Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a strong lead in a news story?

To grab the reader's attention and define the story Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental goal of journalism?

To provide information and inform the public Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a principle that determines newsworthiness?

Bias Signup and view all the answers

Why do news values remain true year over year, despite societal changes?

Because they are universal principles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the basic questions in news gathering?

To gather information from sources Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a strong lead in a news story?

To grab the reader's attention and draw them in Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary way journalism adapts to changing societal values?

By incorporating diverse perspectives and sources Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of newsworthiness?

Uniqueness of the event Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of asking the basic questions in news gathering?

To gather information and clarify facts Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a strong lead in a news story?

To grab the reader's attention and define the story Signup and view all the answers

Why are sources important in journalism?

To add credibility and reliability to the story Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of journalism?

To inform and educate the public Signup and view all the answers

What determines the relevance of an event to the public?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why do news values remain consistent despite changes in society?

Because they are based on universal human values Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of asking the 5 Ws and 1 H in news gathering?

To gather information about an event Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a strong lead in a news story?

To grab the reader's attention and draw them in Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Basic Journalism Principles

Journalism is the practice of gathering, processing, and disseminating news and information to the public.
Principles determining newsworthiness of an item include: • Impact: How many people are affected? • Proximity: How close is the event to the audience? • Timeliness: Is the event recent or ongoing? • Unusualness: Is the event unusual or unique? • Human interest: Does the event evoke emotions or empathy? • Conflict: Is there a conflict or controversy involved?
News values remain true year over year, regardless of societal changes, because they are based on fundamental human interests and needs.
Basic questions used in news gathering include: • Who? • What? • Where? • When? • Why? • How?
Sources in journalism provide information, insights, and quotes to support a story, and can include: • Experts • Eyewitnesses • Documents • Records
A strong lead defines a story by: • Grabbing the reader's attention • Providing essential information • Setting the tone for the rest of the story

Basic Journalism Principles

Journalism is the practice of gathering, processing, and disseminating news and information to the public.
Principles determining newsworthiness of an item include: • Impact: How many people are affected? • Proximity: How close is the event to the audience? • Timeliness: Is the event recent or ongoing? • Unusualness: Is the event unusual or unique? • Human interest: Does the event evoke emotions or empathy? • Conflict: Is there a conflict or controversy involved?
News values remain true year over year, regardless of societal changes, because they are based on fundamental human interests and needs.
Basic questions used in news gathering include: • Who? • What? • Where? • When? • Why? • How?
Sources in journalism provide information, insights, and quotes to support a story, and can include: • Experts • Eyewitnesses • Documents • Records
A strong lead defines a story by: • Grabbing the reader's attention • Providing essential information • Setting the tone for the rest of the story

Basic Journalism Principles

Journalism is the practice of gathering, processing, and disseminating news and information to the public.
Principles determining newsworthiness of an item include: • Impact: How many people are affected? • Proximity: How close is the event to the audience? • Timeliness: Is the event recent or ongoing? • Unusualness: Is the event unusual or unique? • Human interest: Does the event evoke emotions or empathy? • Conflict: Is there a conflict or controversy involved?
News values remain true year over year, regardless of societal changes, because they are based on fundamental human interests and needs.
Basic questions used in news gathering include: • Who? • What? • Where? • When? • Why? • How?
Sources in journalism provide information, insights, and quotes to support a story, and can include: • Experts • Eyewitnesses • Documents • Records
A strong lead defines a story by: • Grabbing the reader's attention • Providing essential information • Setting the tone for the rest of the story

Basic Journalism Principles

Journalism is the practice of gathering, processing, and disseminating news and information to the public.
Principles determining newsworthiness of an item include: • Impact: How many people are affected? • Proximity: How close is the event to the audience? • Timeliness: Is the event recent or ongoing? • Unusualness: Is the event unusual or unique? • Human interest: Does the event evoke emotions or empathy? • Conflict: Is there a conflict or controversy involved?
News values remain true year over year, regardless of societal changes, because they are based on fundamental human interests and needs.
Basic questions used in news gathering include: • Who? • What? • Where? • When? • Why? • How?
Sources in journalism provide information, insights, and quotes to support a story, and can include: • Experts • Eyewitnesses • Documents • Records
A strong lead defines a story by: • Grabbing the reader's attention • Providing essential information • Setting the tone for the rest of the story

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Test your knowledge of fundamental journalism principles, including newsworthiness, news values, and news gathering techniques. Understand the role of sources and strong leads in journalism.