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What is libel defined as?
What is libel defined as?
- The publication of any negative opinion about a person
- The public disclosure of private information about a person
- The published defamation of a person’s character based on misleading or inaccurate facts (correct)
- The expression of unflattering truths about a person
Why do newspaper reporters often run into issues of libel?
Why do newspaper reporters often run into issues of libel?
- They are not well-versed in legal matters
- Their job is to write truthful articles about people that might not always be flattering (correct)
- They have a tendency to sensationalize stories
- They lack understanding of journalistic ethics
What can journalists do to protect themselves from libel?
What can journalists do to protect themselves from libel?
- Ensure accurate reporting and attribute all information in an article (correct)
- Use pseudonyms for the individuals mentioned in their articles
- Avoid writing about controversial topics
- Seek approval from the subjects of their articles
How is the newsworthiness of a story determined?
How is the newsworthiness of a story determined?
What is the relationship between a free press and journalists' rights?
What is the relationship between a free press and journalists' rights?
What is the primary focus of news articles?
What is the primary focus of news articles?
What distinguishes news writing from other forms of writing?
What distinguishes news writing from other forms of writing?
What kind of content is typically excluded from a strong news article?
What kind of content is typically excluded from a strong news article?
What is the purpose of news articles?
What is the purpose of news articles?
What topics can news stories report on?
What topics can news stories report on?
Flashcards
What is libel?
What is libel?
Published defamation based on misleading or inaccurate facts.
How to avoid libel?
How to avoid libel?
Ensuring accurate reporting and proper attribution of information.
Newsworthiness determined by?
Newsworthiness determined by?
A balance of values that determine a story's public interest.
Free press vs. libel?
Free press vs. libel?
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News article focus?
News article focus?
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News writing differences?
News writing differences?
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Excluded from news?
Excluded from news?
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Purpose of news articles?
Purpose of news articles?
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News stories report on?
News stories report on?
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