Principles of Journalism 1 Quiz

What is a principle?

• A fundamental truth that is the basis of something

• A gathering of sources

• A journalist's opinion

• A car accident

How many principles of journalism are there?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 20

Which principles are important when gathering sources?

• Originality and completeness

• Transparency and fairness

• Verification and objectivity

• Restraint and humanity

What does verification mean in journalism?

• Reporting the facts without favoring one side

• Making sure the information is accurate or true

• Giving equal time to all opinions

• Gathering many sources

How should a journalist determine the weight of evidence?

• By considering the majority view

• By giving equal time to all opinions

• By relying on expert knowledge

• By gathering primary sources