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Journalism intro
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Who were the journalists that reported on the Watergate scandal, leading to the resignation of President Nixon?
Rupert Murdoch and Ted Turner
Katharine Graham and Arthur Sulzberger
Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein
Walter Cronkite and Dan Rather
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Known as the pioneer of investigative journalism, exposed the conditions in mental asylums in the 19th century:
Walter Cronkite
Carl Bernstein
Bob Woodward
Nellie Bly
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Which pioneering journalist is known for their coverage of the Vietnam War and the My Lai Massacre?
Seymour Hersh
Christiane Amanpour
Walter Cronkite
Anderson Cooper
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In the context of journalism, what does 'the fourth estate' refer to?
The news media
The government
The public
The judiciary
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Which journalism prize is considered the most prestigious in the United States?
The Booker Prize
The Peabody Award
The Pulitzer Prize
The Emmy Award
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The term 'yellow journalism' refers to:
The earliest form of journalism in history
News reporting that is based on sensationalism and exaggeration
Environmental journalism
Journalism that prioritizes facts and accuracy
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Which concept in journalism ethics calls for reporting both sides of a story?
Objectivity
False balance
Sensationalism
Editorializing
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What is 'gonzo journalism', a style popularized by Hunter S. Thompson?
Reporting without any personal bias
Journalism that strictly adheres to facts
Focus on entertainment news
A highly personal style of reporting
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'Muckrakers' was a term used to describe American journalists in the early 20th century who aimed to:
Cover entertainment and celebrity news
Report on scientific advancements
Expose corruption and social injustices
Promote government propaganda
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In the digital age, what term is used to describe the spread of false information or 'fake news'?
Misinformation
Viral news
Echo chamber
Clickbait
