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What event led to the Americanization of Italian journalism?
What event led to the Americanization of Italian journalism?
The Americanization of Spanish journalism occurred before it did in Italy.
The Americanization of Spanish journalism occurred before it did in Italy.
False
What does interpretative journalism focus on?
What does interpretative journalism focus on?
Analyzing causes and preventing consequences of events
News must have happened very recently, have a significant scale, and possess a level of __________.
News must have happened very recently, have a significant scale, and possess a level of __________.
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Match the news value factors with their definitions:
Match the news value factors with their definitions:
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Which of the following is NOT a criterion about the nature of an event that makes it newsworthy?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion about the nature of an event that makes it newsworthy?
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Boris Johnson referred to a number of tabloid stories as an 'inverted pyramid of piffle'.
Boris Johnson referred to a number of tabloid stories as an 'inverted pyramid of piffle'.
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What is an example of a news value factor that pertains to the treatment of the news?
What is an example of a news value factor that pertains to the treatment of the news?
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Which of the following is NOT considered an informative genre in journalism?
Which of the following is NOT considered an informative genre in journalism?
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A chronicle combines literary elements with the journalistic responsibility to inform.
A chronicle combines literary elements with the journalistic responsibility to inform.
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What is the main structure of narration for print news?
What is the main structure of narration for print news?
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An _____ is a journalistic genre that offers the opinion of the editor.
An _____ is a journalistic genre that offers the opinion of the editor.
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Match the following journalistic genres with their characteristics:
Match the following journalistic genres with their characteristics:
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Which genre is characterized by a reporter's presence on-site and an interpretation of events?
Which genre is characterized by a reporter's presence on-site and an interpretation of events?
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Diversional genres in journalism aim to provide information.
Diversional genres in journalism aim to provide information.
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What is the primary purpose of survey journalism?
What is the primary purpose of survey journalism?
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What is the primary structure used in conventional newspaper writing to organize information?
What is the primary structure used in conventional newspaper writing to organize information?
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The Christmas tree model emphasizes starting a story with a powerful opening.
The Christmas tree model emphasizes starting a story with a powerful opening.
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What should the last line of a news report accomplish?
What should the last line of a news report accomplish?
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In the Christmas tree model, the trial or sample of the report starts with a ______ to grab the audience's attention.
In the Christmas tree model, the trial or sample of the report starts with a ______ to grab the audience's attention.
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Match the following elements of news reporting with their descriptions:
Match the following elements of news reporting with their descriptions:
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What major problem can arise if the same information is repeated in a news report?
What major problem can arise if the same information is repeated in a news report?
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In broadcasting, the intro and outro should be similar to maintain consistency.
In broadcasting, the intro and outro should be similar to maintain consistency.
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What describes the proper organization of facts in a conventional newspaper article?
What describes the proper organization of facts in a conventional newspaper article?
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What is the first step a reporter should take when writing an intro?
What is the first step a reporter should take when writing an intro?
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A broadcast script should use complicated sentence structures to convey information clearly.
A broadcast script should use complicated sentence structures to convey information clearly.
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Why is it important for news writing to be up to date?
Why is it important for news writing to be up to date?
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In broadcast journalism, it is generally better to use ______ speech instead of direct quotes.
In broadcast journalism, it is generally better to use ______ speech instead of direct quotes.
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What does a good intro for a report aim to do?
What does a good intro for a report aim to do?
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Punctuation in a broadcast script should be used liberally to enhance clarity.
Punctuation in a broadcast script should be used liberally to enhance clarity.
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What is one reason it is important to check the spelling and meaning of unfamiliar words in news writing?
What is one reason it is important to check the spelling and meaning of unfamiliar words in news writing?
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Which of the following is a recommended practice in informative writing?
Which of the following is a recommended practice in informative writing?
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The first person is often used in informative writing.
The first person is often used in informative writing.
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Name one trait of the informative style.
Name one trait of the informative style.
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In informative writing, it is better to use __________ words rather than latinate ones.
In informative writing, it is better to use __________ words rather than latinate ones.
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What is an example of a 'listen-to-me' word?
What is an example of a 'listen-to-me' word?
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Using the word 'said' is discouraged in informative writing.
Using the word 'said' is discouraged in informative writing.
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Identify one of George Orwell’s rules for writing.
Identify one of George Orwell’s rules for writing.
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What is the purpose of a pay-off in a story?
What is the purpose of a pay-off in a story?
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A pay-off can include obvious or bland statements.
A pay-off can include obvious or bland statements.
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What are the five W's that should be addressed in news structure?
What are the five W's that should be addressed in news structure?
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In the intro of a news story, the first 10 words are considered the most _______.
In the intro of a news story, the first 10 words are considered the most _______.
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Match the sources of news with their descriptions:
Match the sources of news with their descriptions:
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What should you aim for in the number of main ideas in a news story?
What should you aim for in the number of main ideas in a news story?
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You should begin a news story with a direct quote.
You should begin a news story with a direct quote.
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What should you avoid emphasizing in a news story?
What should you avoid emphasizing in a news story?
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Study Notes
Journalistic Genres
- Journalistic genres act as frameworks, recognized by audiences.
- Genres are used as a way to categorize knowledge within journalism.
Informative Genres
- News: Reports on recent, important, or unusual events, without opinion or interpretation. Generally structured following an inverted pyramid.
- Objective Reports: More in-depth, longer news stories focusing purely on facts, without commentary
- Chronicles: Combine literary style with journalistic accuracy, providing a depth of treatment.
- Depth Reporting: Involves a deeper look at reported information using reporter interpretation, presence at the scene, and more freedom in structure and writing style.
- Interviews: Can be informative, personal, emotional, or interpretative depending on purpose.
- Analysis: Journalist/expert analysis of an event/story.
- Surveys: Assessments of opinions or behaviors gathered through questions and interpretation of results.
- Chronology: Depicts a sequence of events in the order they happened.
- Dossier: Collection of various works/stories addressing the same topic.
Opinionative Genres
- Editorial: Opinion piece written by an editor.
- Comment: Journalist's personal viewpoint on a story.
- Articles: Expert-written opinion pieces.
- Reviews: Opinions on cinema, arts, or other topics.
- Cartoons: Use cartoons to express opinion.
- Letters to the Editorial: Reader opinions expressed in letters to the publication.
Diversional Genres
- Types of genres focused on entertainment.
Utilitarian Genres
- Genre types that assist the audience in decision-making.
- Examples: Canutazo (informal interview), delivery (performance aspects of journalism).
History of Journalistic Genres
- Ideological Journalism (1850-WWI): Focused on moralizing and proselytizing, with strong political/religious viewpoints. Less focus on straight news stories, more on commentary.
- Informative Journalism (1870 onwards): Focuses on presenting information chronologically. Technological advancements (telegraph, news agencies, etc.) boosted news volume and speed.
- Interpretative Journalism (Post-WWII): Newspapers shifted from just presentation to in-depth analysis, taking into account causes and consequences of events. The rise of radio/television influenced a more nuanced approach.
News Values
- Conflict: Actual conflict, politics, crime, disasters, accidents.
- Continuity: Ongoing news stories.
- Unambiguity: Clear, understandable stories.
- Consonance: Conformity with audience expectations.
- Suspense/Mystery: Intrigue and interest in events.
- Emotions: Stories that evoke feelings in the audience.
- Consequences: Outcomes/impacts of events.
- Personalization: Human element in stories.
- Exclusivity: Unique access to information for the reporting.
- Human Interest: Stories related to everyday people.
Informative Style Characteristics
- Conciseness: Using precise language and avoiding unnecessary words.
- Clarity: Simple and understandable writing.
- Naturality: Writing that sounds natural and flows well.
- Catch Attention: Make the intro engaging.
- Structure: Variety in sentence length.
- Vocabulary: Avoiding Latinate words, favouring Anglo-Saxon equivalents.
- Passive Voice Avoidance: Active voice promotes stronger writing flow.
- Specific Example: Using direct examples; avoid abstractions.
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Test your understanding of key concepts and genres in journalism. This quiz covers Americanization in journalism, news value factors, and various journalistic genres. Challenge yourself with questions that assess your grasp of important themes and structures in news reporting.
