Question 1

According to Chapter 9, which is not a reason for using quotes?&#10;A) Someone important says something&#10;B) Someone says something in an unusual way&#10;C) Someone says something obvious&#10;D) Someone says something unusual

Accepted Answer

Chapter 9 states that quotes should not be used for stating the obvious. Therefore, option C is not a reason for using quotes.

Question 2

Other reasons for using quotes include:&#10;A) The quote emphasizes a point&#10;B) The quote displays authoritative expertise or opinion&#10;C) The quote identifies or denies blame for a serious accusation&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Using quotes can serve all of these purposes, emphasizing a point, displaying expertise, and identifying or denying blame for serious accusations. Therefore, all of the above are valid reasons for using quotes.

Question 3

You can never modify a quote, even to correct faulty language.

Accepted Answer

You can modify a quote for clarity or to correct grammar, but such changes must be clearly indicated, often through brackets or ellipses, and should not alter the original meaning.

Question 4

Avoid using quotes when:&#10;A) Something unusual is being said&#10;B) Paraphrasing would add clarity to the statement&#10;C) Never. Always use the quote&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Using quotes should only be done when necessary to indicate direct speech or to reference a specific phrase, idea, or word. If paraphrasing could add clarity to the statement, it is better to do so without using quotes. In some cases, using quotes unnecessarily can create confusion or make the writing appear cluttered.

Question 5

Which is not true:&#10;A) Use present tense and a variety of verbs (claimed, shouted, etc.)&#10;B) If the quote is more than one sentence, include the attribution after the first sentence.&#10;C) Provide the speaker's title, first and last name when first quoting a source.&#10;D) Place the noun or pronoun before the verb when quoting a source

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which is not true:&#10;A) Use present tense...

Question 6

When trying to get good quotes from athletes, focus on the &#34;who&#34; and &#34;what.&#34;

Accepted Answer

Focusing on the "how" and "why" often yields more insightful and interesting quotes from athletes, as these questions delve into their thoughts, feelings, and the processes behind their actions.

Question 7

When asking followup questions, you can:&#10;A) Act ignorant to get the source to provide more detailed information&#10;B) Restate the answer to be certain you understand what is being said&#10;C) Allow for five seconds of silence to encourage the source to speak&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above choices are effective ways of asking followup questions. Acting ignorant can encourage the source to provide more detailed information, restating the answer ensures understanding, and allowing a brief moment of silence encourages the source to speak further.

Question 8

Which is not an example of a bad interview question:&#10;A) Questions that are focused&#10;B) Two-part questions&#10;C) Whether or not questions&#10;D) Clich&#233; questions

Accepted Answer

Questions that are focused are not considered bad interview questions as they are clear and specific, allowing the interviewer to gain relevant information about the candidate. The other options, B, C, and D, are all examples of bad interview questions that should be avoided.

Question 9

Transitions should not prepare readers for the upcoming quote.

Accepted Answer

One of the purposes of transitions is to prepare readers for upcoming quotes or ideas. This helps to smoothly guide the reader through the text by giving them a sense of what is coming next.

Question 10

Transitions should:&#10;A) Link thoughts together&#10;B) Show sequence of time&#10;C) Clarify contrasting ideas&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Transitions serve multiple purposes, including linking thoughts together, showing sequence of time, and clarifying contrasting ideas. Therefore, all of the above choices are the best choices.

Deck 9: International Sports Reporting