Challenges

Question 1

What is a major challenge faced by journalists today?

Answer 1

Misinformation and disinformation.

Question 2

True or False: Journalists often face threats to their safety and freedom.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The rise of _______ has changed how news is consumed.

Answer 3

Social media.

Question 4

What is one consequence of the decline in local journalism?

Answer 4

Reduced coverage of community issues.

Question 5

Which of the following is a challenge related to funding in journalism? (a) Increased advertising revenue (b) Decreased subscriptions (c) More government support

Answer 5

(b) Decreased subscriptions.

Question 6

Short answer: What role does technology play in the challenges of journalism?

Answer 6

Technology can spread misinformation quickly and alter traditional reporting methods.

Question 7

What is ‘fake news’?

Answer 7

False or misleading information presented as news.

Question 8

True or False: Journalists have complete freedom of speech in all countries.

Answer 8

False.

Question 9

What does the term ‘media bias’ refer to?

Answer 9

The perceived or actual partiality of media outlets in their reporting.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Journalists must navigate _______ when reporting on sensitive topics.

Answer 10

Ethical dilemmas.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a challenge journalists face? (a) Access to information (b) Public trust (c) Abundance of resources

Answer 11

(c) Abundance of resources.

Question 12

What is ‘clickbait’?

Answer 12

Content designed to attract attention and encourage clicks, often misleading.

Question 13

Short answer: How has audience behavior changed in relation to journalism?

Answer 13

Audiences increasingly prefer quick, digestible content over in-depth reporting.

Question 14

True or False: Journalists are immune to the influence of political pressures.

Answer 14

False.

Question 15

What is the impact of algorithm-driven news feeds on journalism?

Answer 15

They can create echo chambers and limit exposure to diverse viewpoints.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The _______ of journalism refers to the principles that guide ethical reporting.

Answer 16

Code of ethics.

Question 17

What does ‘source verification’ mean?

Answer 17

The process of confirming the credibility of information sources.

Question 18

Which demographic trend poses a challenge for traditional journalism?

Answer 18

Aging readership and declining interest among younger audiences.

Question 19

True or False: Investigative journalism is less important in the digital age.

Answer 19

False.

Question 20

What is ‘citizen journalism’?

Answer 20

News reported by non-professionals, often using social media platforms.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: Journalists face challenges related to _______ when covering global events.

Answer 21

Censorship.

Question 22

What is ‘news fatigue’?

Answer 22

A feeling of overwhelm or apathy towards news due to constant exposure.

Question 23

Short answer: How do economic factors impact journalism?

Answer 23

Economic downturns can lead to layoffs, reduced funding, and less investigative reporting.

Question 24

What is the role of fact-checking in journalism?

Answer 24

To verify the accuracy of information before publication.

Question 25

True or False: All journalists are required to disclose their sources.

Answer 25

False, due to confidentiality and protection of sources.