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| Which subject | English |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | journalistic writing |
| Question types | Close-ended |
| Number of questions | 30 |
| Number of answers | 4 |
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Test your knowledge of journalistic writing with the following questions. Choose the correct answer for each question.
What is the primary purpose of journalistic writing?
A. To entertain the reader
B. To inform the public
C. To persuade the audience
D. To express personal opinions
Which of the following is a common characteristic of news articles?
A. Use of complex vocabulary
B. Personal anecdotes
C. Inverted pyramid structure
D. Detailed character development
What does the term 'lead' refer to in journalistic writing?
A. The conclusion of the article
B. The main event of the story
C. The opening sentence or paragraph
D. The author's name
Which of the following questions is NOT commonly addressed in a news article?
A. Who
B. What
C. How
D. Why did the author write this?
What is a headline?
A. A detailed analysis of the news
B. A summary of the entire article
C. A brief title that captures the article's essence
D. A personal opinion of the journalist
Which of the following techniques can help make a news story more engaging?
A. Use of jargon
B. Incorporating quotes
C. Lengthy descriptions
D. Unstructured format
Which aspect is crucial for a journalist when presenting information?
A. Personal emotions
B. Objectivity and fairness
C. Creative storytelling
D. Lengthiness
What is a 'source' in journalism?
A. A landmark related to the news event
B. The location where the news was reported
C. Someone or something providing information for the story
D. A type of article
In journalistic writing, what is meant by ‘fact-checking’?
A. Confirming the spelling of names
B. Investigating the reliability of sources
C. Ensuring the information is accurate and truthful
D. Adding personal opinions to the facts
Which type of article focuses on opinions and interpretations rather than just facts?
A. News article
B. Feature article
C. Editorial
D. Sports report
What is the purpose of a byline in an article?
A. To highlight the main events
B. To provide information about where the article was published
C. To give credit to the author
D. To summarize the article's content
What is a press release?
A. A document prepared by journalists
B. An official statement issued to media
C. A review of a press conference
D. An overview of a news article
Which of the following is NOT typically included in a news report?
A. Date and time of the event
B. Personal opinions of the writer
C. Direct quotes from witnesses
D. Background information
What is the 'angle' of a news story?
A. The moral lesson conveyed
B. The perspective from which the story is reported
C. The geographical location of the news
D. The author's previous work
Which term describes the sequence of events in a news story?
A. Timeline
B. Chronology
C. Plot
D. Narrative
Which type of journalism focuses on investigating and exposing issues?
A. Feature journalism
B. Investigative journalism
C. Opinion journalism
D. Sports journalism
What do we call a 'soundbite'?
A. A brief, catchy phrase or quote from an interview
B. A type of article layout
C. An opinion piece
D. A type of news summary
What is the purpose of an editorial?
A. To report on factual events
B. To express the opinion of the publication or author
C. To provide statistical data
D. To summarize a news report
What does "attribution" refer to in a news article?
A. The analysis of the news
B. The identification of sources of information
C. The conclusion drawn by the journalist
D. The visual representation of the information
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
A. A textbook
B. An interview with a witness
C. A news report discussing an event
D. A blog post about a news article
Why is interviewing important in journalistic writing?
A. It provides entertainment value
B. It adds length to the article
C. It provides diverse perspectives and firsthand accounts
D. It allows the journalist to express opinions
What is the difference between a news story and a feature story?
A. News stories are fictional; feature stories are real
B. News stories are shorter and more straightforward
C. Feature stories are less detailed and more opinion-based
D. Feature stories often have a more in-depth exploration of a topic
What does it mean for a journalist to be “on the record”?
A. The information can be publicly quoted
B. The journalist has permission to share personal stories
C. The information is confidential
D. The journalist can add personal opinions
Which of the following best describes the term 'angle' in journalism?
A. The headline of the story
B. The particular perspective or focus of the story
C. The conclusion drawn
D. The order of information presented
What is a lead-in?
A. The author's commentary
B. A brief summary at the end of the article
C. An engaging hook that draws readers in
D. A list of sources used
Why is clarity important in journalistic writing?
A. It makes the article longer
B. It helps the reader understand the message
C. It allows for creative expression
D. It adds complexity to the narrative
What is sensationalism in journalism?
A. Reporting on serious issues
B. Exaggerating stories to attract attention
C. Providing in-depth coverage
D. Focusing on trivial matters
What is a series in journalism?
A. A set of articles on a single topic published over time
B. A type of editorial
C. A special report
D. A brief news segment
Which of the following best describes 'deadline'?
A. The time for interviews to be conducted
B. The time by which a story must be finished
C. The time assigned for publication
D. The time when the journalist begins work
What is an infograph?
A. A graphic representing information visually
B. An article focused on infographics
C. A type of news story
D. An editorial comment
Good luck!