Chapter 4

Question 1

Define an Anonymous Source

Answer 1

one who remains unnamed

Question 2

Explain Associated Press Policy

Answer 2

Reporters should proceed with interviews on the assumption they are on the record.

If the source wants to set conditions, these should be negotiated at the start

The reporter should try once again to move some info on the record at the end.

Question 3

Explain The Free Flow of Information Act 2013

Answer 3

provides some protection for reporters, with exceptions when the info is crucial to prevent terrorism or to protect national security.

Question 4

How to identify unnamed sources

Answer 4

Use a vague term “according to one official”, or use a pseudonym “fake name”.

Question 5

Define On the Record

Answer 5

The source agrees that all info can be used in a news story, and he can be identified as the source.

Question 6

Define Off the Record

Answer 6

The information from this source may not be used at all

Question 7

Define not for Attribution

Answer 7

You may use the information as background, but you may not identify the source

Question 8

Define Background

Answer 8

The ability to use the information with a general attribution.

Question 9

Example of Public Records

Answer 9

Real Estate Records, Salaries of County Employees, Court Records, Military Records.