Newspaper Vocabulary and Crime Terms Quiz
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What word best describes the action of Ali using online resources during the quiz?

  • legal
  • lawful
  • permissible
  • unlawful (correct)
  • Which option is a synonym for 'tabloid' as it relates to sensational stories?

  • newsletter
  • journal
  • gossip magazine (correct)
  • literature
  • What is the primary purpose of an apprenticeship?

  • to receive a scholarship
  • to gain professional experience (correct)
  • to become a volunteer
  • to build a personal brand
  • Which of the following terms is an antonym for 'responsibility'?

    <p>irresponsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the opposite of 'self-care'?

    <p>neglect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to restate something?

    <p>To say it in a different way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bias focuses on information that supports only one side of an argument?

    <p>Bias by spin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is likely to be the emotional state of someone under a lot of stress?

    <p>Stressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of check-ups does a doctor typically recommend?

    <p>Regular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word best describes the action of leaving a strong effect on someone?

    <p>Impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'objective' opinions?

    <p>Opinions based on facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation might someone feel anxious?

    <p>When facing uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a synonym for 'serious'?

    <p>Tough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'omission' refer to in a sentence?

    <p>A deliberate exclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when something is said to be 'available'?

    <p>Ready for use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of newspaper is characterized by small pages and short articles with many pictures?

    <p>Tabloid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes a formal act that causes harm to public property?

    <p>Offence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for individuals who illegally copy or distribute copyrighted material?

    <p>Pirates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used for a person found guilty of a crime?

    <p>Convict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to behave in a dishonest way to achieve personal gain?

    <p>Cheat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a serious injury or loss of life resulting from an accident?

    <p>Casualty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word describes being extremely surprised or disturbed?

    <p>Shocked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean if a person is described as 'nosy'?

    <p>Curious about others' affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by being 'lawful' in terms of actions?

    <p>Following legal guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'compensated' mean in the context of victims?

    <p>Given payment for loss or injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the act of publishing written works?

    <p>Publishing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when something is 'illegal'?

    <p>Not permitted by law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'highlighted' signify in the context of a report?

    <p>Emphasized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of 'obtaining' something?

    <p>Gaining possession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'violating' understood in the context of laws?

    <p>Ignoring rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Newspaper Vocabulary

    • Tabloid: A small-format newspaper with short articles, lots of pictures, and often sensationalized news
    • Broadsheet: A large-format newspaper with long articles and more in-depth news coverage
    • Compensation: Payment given to someone for a loss or injury

    Crime and Criminal Activity

    • Convict: A person officially found guilty of a crime
    • Piracy: The act of illegally copying and distributing copyrighted material, often books, music, or software
    • Offence: An illegal act or crime
    • Lawful: Permitted by law, legal
    • Illegal: Not permitted by law, against the law
    • Convict: A person who has been found guilty of a crime
    • Criminal: Relating to crime or criminals

    Media and News

    • Bias: Prejudice or favoritism towards a particular viewpoint
    • Highlight: To emphasize or draw attention to something
    • Tabloid: A newspaper that often focuses on sensationalized news, celebrities, and gossip
    • Stereotype: A widely held, oversimplified, and often inaccurate belief about a particular group of people
    • Obtain: To get or acquire something

    Other Vocabulary

    • Shocked: Surprised and startled
    • Stated: Said or declared
    • Apprenticeship: A period of training in a skilled trade
    • Nosy: Excessively curious or inquisitive
    • Grumpy: Bad-tempered and miserable
    • Noisy: Making a lot of noise, often disturbingly loud

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    Test your knowledge of essential newspaper vocabulary and key terms related to crime and legal processes. This quiz covers everything from tabloid terms to legal definitions, helping you understand the language used in media and law. Perfect for students and those interested in media literacy and criminal justice.

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