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Read each question carefully and then select the best answer.

1
Print journalism provides a level of depth, context and sheer information that television and radio newscasts can't supply.
A)True
B)False
2
The goal of print journalists is to gather all the information and tell their story in a clear, compelling way; whereas, the goal of broadcast journalists is to provide brief information in an entertaining way.
A)True
B)False
3
A sound bite (or SOT, for "sound on tape") is measured in seconds indicated by the TRT (or total running time).
A)True
B)False
4
The same proper, official-sounding writing used in print newswriting is used for broadcast newswriting.
A)True
B)False
5
In broadcast newswriting you should round off complex numbers with words and phrases like "nearly," "more than" or "about."
A)True
B)False
6
Avoid using symbols in broadcast newswriting. Instead, use words like "percent," "dollar" and "at."
A)True
B)False
7
It is important to avoid natural sound when recording, so the listener can concentrate on the story.
A)True
B)False
8
You should try to find the element in your story that connects with your audience.
A)True
B)False
9
In television news reporting, avoid too many details.
A)True
B)False
10
A stand-up is a shot of the anchor talking into the camera live.
A)True
B)False
11
When interviewing, you should spend some time off subject so your subject will relax.
A)True
B)False
12
When interviewing, you should ask each of your prepared questions only once and record the subject's first reaction.
A)True
B)False
13
The Reader television news story format is being used when the anchor simply reads the script while looking at the camera.
A)True
B)False
14
In broadcast newswriting, use commas to indicate short pauses.
A)True
B)False
15
An actuality is the closing line where reporters say their names and station call letters.
A)True
B)False







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