ch 8 multiple choice Flashcards
“Which of the following is the best known ““Sunshine Law”””
the Freedom of Information Act
The requirement that all candidates be given equal radio/TV time is called the
Equal Time Rule
The right that a journalist may keep their sources confidential is referred to as
Reporter’s priviledge
According to the text - how do younger citizens prefer their news?
Softer
“Which of the following is not generally considered part of the modern ““news media”
Video Games
Written information which is untrue and damages an individuals reputation is called
Libel
The idea that the media really doesn’t have very much influence upon people is known as
Minimal Effects Theory
The geographic or topic area assigned to journalists for news or stories is known as their
Beat
Sensationalized coverage and scandal mongering is characteristic of
yellow Journalism
New media influenced by new communications technology is referred to as?
Individualized Media
