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

Answer

The inverted pyramid places the most newsworthy information at the top, followed by supporting details in descending order of importance.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Why

Answer

The Five Ws are Who, What, When, Where, and Why — the core questions every news story must answer.

Question 3

What does 'SOT' stand for in broadcast journalism?

Accepted Answer

Sound on Tape

Answer

SOT (Sound on Tape) refers to recorded audio or video of a source speaking, used in broadcast packages.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Establishing shot

Answer

An establishing shot provides a wide-angle view that orients the viewer to the location or subject of the story.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A reporter appearing on camera at the scene of a story

Answer

A stand-up is when the reporter appears on camera, usually at the story location, to deliver part of the report.

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