(01.04 MC)Marvin is writing an article about a storm that came through his neighborhood last week. Trying to make his article more appealing, he pairs it with a photograph of the storm damage. Even though most of the damage has been cleaned up when he goes to take the photo, he arranges debris to make it look like it did right after the storm hit.Which type of bias will be present in Marvin’s article?
(01.02 MC)The principal of Colleen’s school has announced a…
(01.02 MC)The principal of Colleen’s school has announced a new dress code policy which limits certain hairstyles. Opposed to this new policy, Colleen decided to voice her discontent in an article in the school newspaper. She published an article using offensive language, making rude remarks about the school administrators, and attempting to intimidate individual teachers who might try to enforce the new policy.Which of the following statements is true?
(01.04 LC)Objectivity is presenting information factually wi…
(01.04 LC)Objectivity is presenting information factually without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations.
(03.01 MC)Which of the following scenarios demonstrates prop…
(03.01 MC)Which of the following scenarios demonstrates proper fact-checking practices for journalistic writing?
(03.05)Consider the following excerpt from an article about…
(03.05)Consider the following excerpt from an article about a recent technology conference:Kwame Williamson made it clear that the future of technology is here, and “it is exciting.”What type of quote is this excerpt most likely an example of?
(01.03 LC)Match each factor of newsworthiness to its journal…
(01.03 LC)Match each factor of newsworthiness to its journalistic significance. Novelty Conflict Timeliness Proximity Rarity
(01.02 MC)A student journalist is writing an article about t…
(01.02 MC)A student journalist is writing an article about the importance of wearing sunscreen. Read each scenario and respond to the question that follows.Scenario 1: The student interviews a dermatologist, a nurse, and other students to gather a range of perspectives. The journalist verifies all information before including it in their article and is sure to cite their sources throughout. They present a supported claim, highlighting both the long-term benefits of using sunscreen use as well as the potential risks of neglecting it.Scenario 2: The student relies on their own personal experience with sunburns and asks a close friend for their opinion. The journalist includes exaggerated claims about how neglecting sunscreen will always result in dangerous skin problems and creates a catchy headline to grab readers’ attention, without considering the impact on the individuals involved or the accuracy of the information. In an effort to sound more professional, they copy a few small sections from online sunscreen advertisements but do not properly cite the sources.Which of the following statements is true?
(03.04 MC)Grayson is writing a news article about the local…
(03.04 MC)Grayson is writing a news article about the local historical society’s efforts to recreate a famous battle that took place over 100 years ago.Which of the following is a primary source Grayson could use for the most credible information about the battle?
(03.05 LC)Match each type of source to its correct definitio…
(03.05 LC)Match each type of source to its correct definition.
(01.03 MC)When writing an article about the premier of a new…
(01.03 MC)When writing an article about the premier of a new animated children’s film at the local theater, which demographic factor will most likely factor into readership?