Let's Practice - News Item

Question 1

News items are always written in past tense.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

A news item tells a fictional story for entertainment.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

The source in a news item provides quotes, facts, or evidence.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

The main purpose of a news item is to inform the reader about recent events.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

The headline is not important in a news item.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

A news item usually answers the 5W + 1H questions (Who, What, When, Where, Why, How).

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

A news item should use a lot of descriptive and emotional language.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

The structure of a news item includes orientation, complication, and resolution.

Accepted Answer

False

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