Mass Comm Bachelor of Communication Broadcast Journalism and Reporting

Question 1

What is the inverted pyramid structure used in broadcast journalism?

Accepted Answer

Most important information first, then supporting details

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Chronological order of events

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Opinion first, then facts

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Background information first, then the main story

Question 2

Which element is part of the 'Five Ws' foundational to news reporting?

Accepted Answer

Why

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Wealth

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Weather

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Wireless

Question 3

What does 'SOT' stand for in broadcast journalism?

Accepted Answer

Sound on Tape

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Source of Truth

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Story Output Time

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Script on Teleprompter

Question 4

Which type of shot is most commonly used to introduce a news subject or location?

Accepted Answer

Establishing shot

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Close-up shot

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Reaction shot

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Cut-away shot

Question 5

What is a 'stand-up' in broadcast journalism?

Accepted Answer

A reporter appearing on camera at the scene of a story

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A live studio debate

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A single-source interview segment

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An anchor's opening monologue

Question 6

In broadcast writing, sentences should be written to be:

Accepted Answer

Short, conversational, and easy to read aloud

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Long and detailed for credibility

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Passive voice for objectivity

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Academic in tone for authority