Question 1

The ------- formula for writing a good feature was discovered by Prof. Schoenfeld .
A)APLOMB
B)EDITH
C)APPLAUSE
D)ASSURE

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

The first "A" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .
A)allergy
B)appeal
C)align
D)act

Accepted Answer

The first "A" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for "appeal," which refers to the attractiveness or interest that a product, idea, or message has to its target audience.

Question 3

The "L" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .
A)Logistics
B)Logic
C)Listing
D)Light

Accepted Answer

The "L" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for Logic, which refers to the logical reasoning or rationale behind the actions or decisions being discussed or analyzed.

Question 4

The "U" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .
A)Universal
B)Both of them
C)Unique
D)None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of The "U" in the APPLAUSE formula stands...

Question 5

The "S" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .
A)Significance
B)Singularity
C)Signature
D)Simplicity

Accepted Answer

The "S" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for "Significance."

Question 6

The "E" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .
A)None of the above
B)Enthusiasm
C)Ecstacy
D)Emptiness

Accepted Answer

The "E" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for Enthusiasm, emphasizing the importance of enthusiasm in delivering effective presentations or performances.

Question 7

An ------- is an opinionated article written by the senior editorial staff or publisher of a newspaper or a magazine.
A)op-ed
B)column
C)agony aunt
D)editorial

Accepted Answer

An editorial is specifically an article that expresses the opinions of the senior editorial staff or publisher of a publication. It is meant to reflect the opinion of the publication as a whole.

Question 8

A ------- lead tells the reader / viewer the most important aspect of the story at once.
A)complex
B)indirect
C)direct
D)simple

Accepted Answer

A direct lead immediately presents the most crucial information of the story, ensuring the reader understands the main point right away.

Question 9

A ------- lead entices the reader/ viewer into the story by hinting at its contents.
A)indirect
B)direct
C)complex
D)simple

Accepted Answer

An indirect lead entices the reader or viewer into the story by hinting at its contents, rather than stating them outright, creating a sense of curiosity or intrigue.

Question 10

The role of feature story is to educate and ------- .
A)complicate
B)confuse
C)entertain
D)misunderstand

Accepted Answer

Feature stories aim to educate and entertain the audience by providing in-depth information and engaging narratives.

Question 11

An ------- expresses an opinion.
A)editorial
B)headline news
C)agony aunt
D)advisory

Accepted Answer

An editorial is a piece of writing that expresses an opinion, typically on topical issues, and is usually found in newspapers or magazines. It is written by the editor or editorial board, offering a viewpoint or perspective on current events or topics of interest.

Question 12

------- journalism covers writing on shoes, clothing, furniture etc. and also examines expenditure curve of a middle class India among others.
A)Transport
B)Serious
C)Lifestyle
D)Health

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle journalism covers a wide range of topics including fashion, furniture, and consumer habits, such as the spending patterns of the middle class in India.

Question 13

------- reporter captures the hype created with respect to a way of life.
A)Lifestyle
B)Crime
C)Environment
D)Transport

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle reporting focuses on aspects of living, trends, and cultural phenomena, capturing the essence and hype around certain ways of life, including fashion, food, home, and social habits.

Question 14

------- is a hallmark of a human interest story.
A)news
B)helplessness
C)shock
D)sensitivity

Accepted Answer

Human interest stories often focus on emotional engagement, aiming to evoke empathy or sensitivity from the audience. They highlight personal or emotional aspects rather than just presenting facts or news.

Question 15

------- means the information can be used with no caveats, quoting the source by name.
A)deep background
B)On the record
C)background
D)off the record

Accepted Answer

"On the record" means the information provided can be used publicly and attributed directly to the source by name, with no restrictions.

Question 16

------- means the information cannot be used for publication.
A)On the record
B)off the record
C)deep background
D)background

Accepted Answer

"Off the record" means the information provided cannot be used for publication, attributed to the source.

Question 17

------- means information can be published but only under conditions negotiated by the source.
A)deep background
B)On the record
C)background
D)off the record

Accepted Answer

"Background" means information can be published but only under conditions negotiated by the source, often without attributing the information directly to the source.

Question 18

------- means information can be published but without identifying your source.
A)off the record
B)On the record
C)deep background
D)background

Accepted Answer

Deep background allows information to be published without attributing it to a specific source, maintaining the anonymity of the source.

Question 19

A ------- interview is a sit down tete-a-tete.
A)face-to-face
B)telephonic
C)None of the above
D)email

Accepted Answer

A face-to-face interview involves a direct, in-person meeting, which aligns with the description of a "sit down tete-a-tete."

Question 20

------- is knowing what you what out of the conversation and not giving in when your questions are not answered.
A)convergence
B)negligence
C)persistence
D)existence

Accepted Answer

Persistence is the correct answer because it refers to the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties, which aligns with the idea of not giving in when questions are not answered during a conversation.

Quiz 3: Writing and Journalism Techniques

The ------- formula for writing a good feature was discovered by Prof. Schoenfeld .

The first "A" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .

The "L" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .

The "U" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .

The "S" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .

The "E" in the APPLAUSE formula stands for ------- .

An ------- is an opinionated article written by the senior editorial staff or publisher of a newspaper or a magazine.

A ------- lead tells the reader / viewer the most important aspect of the story at once.

A ------- lead entices the reader/ viewer into the story by hinting at its contents.

The role of feature story is to educate and ------- .

An ------- expresses an opinion.

------- journalism covers writing on shoes, clothing, furniture etc. and also examines expenditure curve of a middle class India among others.

------- reporter captures the hype created with respect to a way of life.

------- is a hallmark of a human interest story.

------- means the information can be used with no caveats, quoting the source by name.

------- means the information cannot be used for publication.

------- means information can be published but only under conditions negotiated by the source.

------- means information can be published but without identifying your source.

A ------- interview is a sit down tete-a-tete.

------- is knowing what you what out of the conversation and not giving in when your questions are not answered.