Motives for Becoming a Journalist

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Why do many young people choose journalism as a career?

To become famous and gain recognition
To transition into politics easily
To have power to influence people
To earn a living while developing writing skills (correct)

What is emphasized as an important motive for being a journalist?

The desire to control mass media
The desire to serve the audience's needs (correct)
The desire for fame and recognition
The desire for political influence

What is the power that some people seek by entering journalism?

Power to control mass media
Power to become wealthy
Power to gain political status
Power to influence people (correct)

What is the caution mentioned about wishing to be famous as a journalist?

It must not become the main reason for being a journalist (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role do the best journalists recognize themselves as having?

Servants of the people (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the four main motives for people to enter journalism?

The desire to write, the desire to be known, the desire to influence for good, and the desire to earn a living while developing writing skills. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the aspiration to be a great writer not discouraged for a would-be journalist?

Although writing for newspapers and writing for books require different qualities, the aspiration to be a great writer is not discouraged for a would-be journalist because many young people who see themselves as future writers choose journalism as a way of earning a living while developing their writing skills. Signup and view all the answers

What caution is mentioned about wishing to be famous as a journalist?

It is cautioned that wishing to be famous must never become the main reason for being a journalist, as caring more for impressing the audience than for serving their needs will not make one a good journalist. Signup and view all the answers

What power do some people seek by entering journalism?

Some people seek the power to influence others through the printed or spoken word or image, as they recognize the influence journalism can have on people. Signup and view all the answers

What role do the best journalists recognize themselves as having?

The best journalists recognize themselves as servants of the people, understanding their role as serving the needs of the public. Signup and view all the answers