Imagine a small-town river has suddenly turned bright green, and residents are worried it’s due to chemical runoff from a nearby factory. As a journalist assigned to cover this story, explain how you would use observation, records, and people to investigate what’s happening. In your paragraph, describe one example of how each tool could help you gather accurate, credible information for your story.

The chief goal of a journalist is

Academic transcripts, criminal court documents, and otwnship hall meeting minutes are all examples of ___________ that a reporter might use.

Which of the following sentences uses the active voice?

Which of the following sentences uses the active voice?

(A. Is, B. Are) New York and Chicago the two largest cities in the United States?

A person needs to visit (A. his or her, B. their) dentist at least once a year to maintain good oral health.

Each person must be careful about (A. his, B. their) choice of words to avoid hurting the feelings of others.

(A. Do, B. Does) everyone in the band play well?

A person needs to visit (A. his or her, B. their) dentist at least once a year to maintain good oral health.