Mass Comm Bachelor of Communication Broadcast Journalism and Reporting 3

Question 1

Which ethical principle requires journalists to verify information before broadcasting it?

Accepted Answer

Accuracy

Answer

Accuracy is a core journalistic principle that requires facts to be verified through reliable sources before publication or broadcast.

Question 2

What is the term for a brief summary of a story read by the anchor without a full package?

Accepted Answer

Reader

Answer

A reader is a brief news item delivered by the anchor on camera, with no accompanying video or reporter package.

Question 3

In radio journalism, which element is most critical for storytelling since visuals are absent?

Accepted Answer

Natural sound and descriptive language

Answer

Radio journalism relies on natural sound and vivid descriptive language to paint a picture for listeners who cannot see any visuals.

Question 4

Which term describes a journalist's promise to protect a source's identity?

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality agreement

Answer

A confidentiality agreement between a journalist and source guarantees the source's identity will not be revealed.

Question 5

What does 'chyron' refer to in broadcast television?

Accepted Answer

The text graphic displayed at the bottom of the screen

Answer

A chyron is the lower-third text graphic that identifies speakers, locations, or provides supplemental information during a broadcast.

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