Chapter 5

Question 1

What is an interview

Answer 1

any time a reporter asks you a question, its an interview

Question 2

as a reporter, where should you get your info

Answer 2

the primary source

Question 3

whats should you do BEFORE conducting your interview

Answer 3

prepare questions; do research, get background on your subject

Question 4

what are some types of questions

Answer 4

est- simple; can distort peoples views
stock- all purpose questions that can be used on short notice; not personal enough
embarrassing- ask them in good taste; don’t pry snoop, ask hostile or reducing questions

Question 5

what should and shout you do during an interview

Answer 5

pay attention to how a question is answered 
"no comment" can be revealing 
listen- don't talk
ask for clarification if lost 
ask if there is anything we should know

Question 6

what order would you normally as interview questions in

Answer 6

from the most to least important

Question 7

what are the guidelines for going “off the record”

Answer 7

make sure you both understands what it means
You are honor bound if you agree
no info can be recorded when off the record
let people know when ur back on the record

Question 8

what are the elements of a good interview story

Answer 8

avoid general description of your subject
use specific details
use quotes
don’t say asked

Question 9

what is a Q and A

Answer 9

use reporter exact question and response

Question 10

why would u allow a source to read you story before you print it

Answer 10

can help eliminates mistakes and show corner for accuracy

you could be sued for libel if you read a story back to a story