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The Evolution of Journalism
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Which century saw governments censoring journalism?

  • 18th century (correct)
  • 20th century
  • 19th century
  • 17th century
  • Who referred to journalism as the fourth estate?

  • Edmund Burke (correct)
  • John Adams
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • Benjamin Franklin
  • Which amendment of the US Constitution protects freedom of the press?

  • First Amendment (correct)
  • Third Amendment
  • Fourth Amendment
  • Second Amendment
  • What was the goal of The New York Herald when it was started in 1835?

    <p>To provide unbiased news</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did newspapers become national?

    <p>1850s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did investigative journalism emerge?

    <p>Early 20th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the Watergate scandal in the 1970s?

    <p>It led to Nixon's resignation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Panama Papers in 2016 expose?

    <p>Tax evasion by wealthy individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Harvey Weinstein scandal in 2017 spark?

    <p>The #MeToo movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has journalism evolved over time?

    <p>It has become more independent and free from government control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Journalism was censored by governments in the 18th century.
    • Edmund Burke called journalism the fourth estate in the late 18th century.
    • The first amendment of the US Constitution protects freedom of the press.
    • The New York Herald was started in 1835 with the goal of providing unbiased news.
    • Newspapers became national in the 1850s.
    • Investigative journalism emerged in the early 20th century.
    • The Watergate scandal in the 1970s led to Nixon's resignation.
    • The Panama Papers in 2016 exposed tax evasion by wealthy individuals.
    • The Harvey Weinstein scandal in 2017 sparked the #MeToo movement.
    • Journalism has become more independent and free from government control over time.

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    "From censorship to scandal: explore the evolution of journalism throughout history with our informative quiz. Test your knowledge on pivotal moments such as Watergate and the #MeToo movement, and learn about the emergence of investigative journalism and the fight for freedom of the press. Discover how newspapers became national and unbiased, and how journalism has evolved to become more independent over time. Don't miss out on this enlightening journey through media history!"

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