What is the benefit of researching the subject and the person you’re interviewing?

Interview Techniques Quiz

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Heather Hutchison
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
It creates a formal atmosphere
It helps a journalist create "Gotcha!" questions to improve the interview
It creates an atmosphere where the interviewee is uncomfortable which leads to better stories
It helps in asking relevant questions.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What would best help you to understand the context of what someone says?
Text messages
online profiles
facial expressions and body language
written notes
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to verify the identity of the person in electronic communications?
To ensure the interview is scheduled
To check the time zone
To verify the questions
To confirm the authenticity of the person
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is a news story angle?
The title of the news article
The perspective or focus from which the story is told
The conclusion or final sentence of the story
The list of sources cited in the article
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of a lead in a news story?
To summarize the entire story in detail
To introduce the main points and hook the reader’s interest
To provide background information and context
All of these
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following should be included in the lead of a news story?
A summary of the entire story
Detailed quotes from sources involved in the story
The most important details, including who, what, where, and when
Why the event happened and how it happened
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
In news writing, why should the "why" and "how" be saved for later paragraphs, rather than included in the lead?
The "why" and "how" are less important than the "who," "what," "where," and "when"
The "why" and "how" require more explanation and can take more words to describe effectively
The lead should only include the headline of the story
The "why" and "how" are typically irrelevant to most news stories
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