What is the primary ethical obligation of a photojournalist?

To accurately and comprehensively represent subjects

According to the NPPA Code of Ethics, what is a photojournalist’s responsibility when editing photos?

They must not manipulate images in a way that misleads viewers

Which of the following is NOT one of the freedoms protected by the First Amendment?

Freedom to edit news for entertainment

The NPPA Code of Ethics advises photojournalists to

Provide context and avoid stereotyping

A photojournalist sees a person in distress but taking the photo would help tell a good story. What should they do?

Prioritize helping the person if it is a life-threatening situation

In what scenario might a photojournalist choose NOT to take or publish a photo?

If it intrudes on private grief without an overriding public need

Why should a photojournalist resist being manipulated by staged photo opportunities?

They can create misleading narratives

Why is staging a photograph generally discouraged in photojournalism?

It can mislead viewers and distort reality

What is an example of unethical behavior in photojournalism?

Paying a source for exclusive access to a scene

When covering a tragedy, what should a photojournalist consider first?

Whether their presence is influencing the scene

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1
What is the primary ethical obligation of a photojournalist?
To edit images for greater visual impact
To entertain the public
To create artistic compositions
To accurately and comprehensively represent subjects
2
According to the NPPA Code of Ethics, what is a photojournalist’s responsibility when editing photos?
They should always remove distracting background elements
They can alter colors to make the image more compelling
They can edit freely as long as the subject remains recognizable
They must not manipulate images in a way that misleads viewers
3
Which of the following is NOT one of the freedoms protected by the First Amendment?
Freedom of the press
Freedom of speech
Freedom of assembly
Freedom to edit news for entertainment
4
The NPPA Code of Ethics advises photojournalists to
Stage photographs to tell a better story
Provide context and avoid stereotyping
Accept gifts from sources to build relationships
Seek dramatic moments at any cost
5
A photojournalist sees a person in distress but taking the photo would help tell a good story. What should they do?
Move closer to capture the best shot
Take the photo and avoid getting involved
Wait until emergency responders arrive before making a decision
Prioritize helping the person if it is a life-threatening situation
6
In what scenario might a photojournalist choose NOT to take or publish a photo?
If it is visually unappealing
If it intrudes on private grief without an overriding public need
If it involves a public figure in a public setting
If the image would expose government wrongdoing
7
Why should a photojournalist resist being manipulated by staged photo opportunities?
They are less visually compelling
They are harder to edit
Staged photos are always illegal
They can create misleading narratives
8
Why is staging a photograph generally discouraged in photojournalism?
It can mislead viewers and distort reality
It is too expensive to coordinate
It violates copyright laws
It takes too much time
9
What is an example of unethical behavior in photojournalism?
Paying a source for exclusive access to a scene
Taking photos of a political rally with permission
Capturing spontaneous moments in public places
Photographing a sports event with a press pass
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When covering a tragedy, what should a photojournalist consider first?
How many views the image will receive
How to sell the image for maximum profit
Whether their presence is influencing the scene
The best angle for dramatic effect

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