The Elements of Journalism
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According to Bill Kovach and Tom Rosenstiel, what is journalism's first obligation?

  • To provide reliable and accurate facts (correct)
  • To pursue truth in an absolute sense
  • To operate by the laws of science
  • To pursue truth in a philosophical sense
  • What is the role of reliable and accurate facts in decision-making?

  • They are essential (correct)
  • They are philosophical
  • They are unnecessary
  • They are subjective
  • What is the nature of the truth that journalism seeks?

  • Absolute and philosophical
  • Subject to revision
  • Day-to-day operational (correct)
  • Scientific and absolute
  • How do Kovach and Rosenstiel describe the pursuit of truth in journalism?

    <p>As a necessary and functional pursuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between journalistic truth and absolute truth?

    <p>Journalistic truth is subjective, while absolute truth is objective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Good decision-making depends on people having reliable, accurate facts

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

    Journalism's first obligation is to the truth

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

    Journalism pursues truth in an absolute or philosophical sense

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

    The truths by which journalism operates are subject to revision

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

    Journalistic truth is a process that begins with the professional discipline of assembling and verifying facts

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

    Study Notes

    Journalism's First Obligation

    • Journalism's first obligation is to the truth, according to Bill Kovach and Tom Rosenstiel.

    The Role of Reliable Facts in Decision-Making

    • Good decision-making depends on people having reliable, accurate facts.

    The Nature of Truth in Journalism

    • The truth that journalism seeks is not absolute or philosophical, but rather a process that begins with the professional discipline of assembling and verifying facts.

    Characteristics of Journalistic Truth

    • The truths by which journalism operates are subject to revision.
    • Journalistic truth is a process, not an absolute or fixed entity.

    Pursuing Truth in Journalism

    • According to Kovach and Rosenstiel, the pursuit of truth in journalism involves a commitment to reliable and accurate facts, rather than an absolute or philosophical truth.

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    Test your knowledge of the essential principles of journalism with this quiz based on "The Elements of Journalism" by Bill Kovach and Tom Rosenstiel. Explore the 10 elements that contribute to good journalism and understand how truth, accuracy, and context play a crucial role in effective reporting. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of the fundamental concepts of journalism.

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