Journalism - History, Profession, Laws/Ethics

Question 1

In ancient and medieval times, which is NOT a way that news was spread?

Accepted Answer

printed newspaper

Question 2

Why was the 4th page of Publik Occurances left blank?

Accepted Answer

To allow readers to add their own news and information

Question 3

True/false: Libel/Slander are 2 legal terms of journalism that can send a journalist to court.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

What in history made Walter Cronkite a significant individual in the world of journalism?

Accepted Answer

Kennedy Assassination

Question 5

Freedom of the Press is a granted freedom under which Amendment?

Accepted Answer

1st

Question 6

What was the name of the first US newspaper in print?

Accepted Answer

Publik Occurances

Question 7

What 2 inventions had a significant impact on the world ofjournalism during the 20th century?

Accepted Answer

radio & TV

Question 8

Which of the following was NOT an advancement in journalism during the 19th century?

Accepted Answer

TV

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a type of news consumer?

Accepted Answer

Lazy Reader

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT true about Joseph Pulitzer?

Accepted Answer

spent time in prison

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a pillar of ethical journalism?

Accepted Answer

Intent to Harm

Question 12

True/False: Journalists have no power and limited privilege?

Accepted Answer

False

Question 13

Which definition best describes YELLOW JOURNALISM?

Accepted Answer

Loud headlines, sensationalized stories, often false info

Question 14

What does the Zenger trial have to do with Freedom of Speech?

Accepted Answer

If printed info is truthful (not malicious/false), print it

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