Journalism: Unit One Test Review

Emily and Jordan are passionate about environmental issues and want to start their own talking show to discuss local conservation efforts and sustainable practices. They plan to interview community leaders, share tips on reducing waste, and highlight upcoming eco-friendly events. Given their target audience of environmentally conscious listeners and their limited budget for production, which platform might be best for them and their potential talk show?

• Twitter

• Facebook

• LinkedIn

• Podcast

 

Imagine flipping to the science news section of your newspaper. Which headline would best fit in this section?

• Breakthrough in Renewable Energy: New Solar Technology Doubles Efficiency

• The Role of Women in History: Celebrating Unsung Heroes of Social Change

• Exploring Civil Rights Movements: Lessons from the Past for Today's Activists

• Major Earthquake Strikes Central City: Rescue Efforts Underway

Internet journalism is the most credible form of journalism.

• True

• False

Why might a news anchor describe a rain storm as "one of the most catastrophic rainstorms to hit our region in decades."

• to stay relevant

• to keep people interested

• to remain unbiased

• to battle newspaper popularity

Maria is a reporter in New Orleans, Louisiana. She is investigating the impact of rising sea levels on local neighborhoods. What insights would Maria gain from interviewing residents who have experienced flooding firsthand?

• more information and credibility

• an estimation of the local weather patterns

• less information and credibility

• a one-sided view of the story

When a local chef accidentally set his apron on fire during a live cooking demonstration on television, the clip quickly went viral, accumulating over 15 million views within days. Where is this video MOST LIKELY to have been shared and viewed so extensively?

• YouTube

• Instagram

• LinkedIn

• Facebook

Emily works for a health magazine. She captures pictures on the effects of climate change on public health, focusing on how rising temperatures are contributing to the spread of diseases. What type of journalism is Emily most likely engaged in?

• Print Journalism

• Broadcast Journalism

• Photo Journalism

• Internet Journalism

Which of the following statements best describes print journalism?

• It is always more entertaining than broadcast journalism.

• It tends to be more accurate than internet journalism.

• It uses far more pictures than photojournalism.

• It only includes newspapers; magazines belong to another form of journalism.

Which is MOST LIKELY to appear on a celebrity news show?

• local plays happening at the school

• weather in a celebrity’s town

• festivals in the celebrity’s town

• celebrity appearances

Reporters can work for print, broadcast, and online journalism.

• True

• False