Question 1

The major news event that established the Web as a premier news medium was
A) the Kennedy assassination
B) September 11, 2001
C) the death of Michael Jackson

Accepted Answer

The September 11, 2001 attacks were a pivotal moment for online news, as people turned to the internet for real-time updates and information, establishing the web as a major news medium.

Question 2

The immediacy characteristic of the Web means that
A) the Web can keep information permanently
B) the Web can contain information in a variety of forms
C) once information is available, it can be published

Accepted Answer

The immediacy characteristic of the Web refers to the ability to publish and access information quickly once it is available.

Question 3

For journalists probably the most important characteristic of the Web is its
A) mobility
B) capacity
C) interactivity

Accepted Answer

Interactivity is crucial for journalists as it allows for engagement with the audience, enabling feedback, discussions, and a dynamic exchange of information.

Question 4

Despite the Web, deadlines in journalism function pretty much like they always did.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Web journalists can specialize in learning their skills; for example, someone who is interested in photojournalism doesn't have to worry about learning how to write.

Accepted Answer

Web journalists often need to have a diverse skill set, including writing, photography, and multimedia skills, to effectively tell stories in the digital age.

Question 6

Users often go to the Web seeking
A) to be entertained
B) specific information
C) to be surprised

Accepted Answer

Users often go to the Web seeking specific information.

Question 7

Writing well is just as important on the Web as it is in any other medium.

Accepted Answer

Good writing is crucial for clear communication, credibility, and engagement, regardless of the medium.

Question 8

The concept of lateral reporting means that a reporter is confined to thinking about a story with a single means of information presentation.

Accepted Answer

Lateral reporting involves using multiple forms of media and perspectives to present a story, rather than being confined to a single method.

Question 9

The use of a variety of means to tell parts of a story on the Web is called a
A) variety show
B) corporation
C) Web package

Accepted Answer

A Web package uses multiple media elements like text, images, videos, and interactive features to convey a story online.

Question 10

Audiences expect news on the Web to be
A) written in flowery prose
B) less accurate than news in other media
C) immediate

Accepted Answer

Audiences expect news on the Web to be immediate due to the fast-paced nature of digital media and the ability to update content in real-time.

Question 11

The Web has had the effect of increasing the time a writer can devote to editing his or her copy.

Accepted Answer

The Web has generally increased the demand for faster content production, often reducing the time available for editing.

Question 12

A Web journalist must know how to operate a variety of equipment.

Accepted Answer

Web journalists often need to use cameras, audio recorders, editing software, and content management systems to create and publish multimedia content.

Question 13

Expanding a story to include information in various forms is called
A) story inflation
B) lateral reporting
C) broadcast-to-print reporting

Accepted Answer

Lateral reporting involves expanding a story by including additional information in various forms, such as multimedia elements, to provide a more comprehensive understanding.

Question 14

Web audiences are most likely to be attracted to websites with
A) flashy designs
B) lots of pictures and graphics
C) up-to-date, accurate information

Accepted Answer

Web audiences are most likely to be attracted to websites that provide up-to-date, accurate information because it builds trust and credibility, ensuring that users find the content relevant and useful.

Question 15

The concept of "visual logic" means that a visitor to a website
A) can adjust the elements on the site to his or her liking
B) can see and understand all of the elements on the site quickly
C) can grasp hidden meanings and messages buried within the site.

Accepted Answer

Visual logic refers to the ability of a website visitor to quickly and easily understand the layout and content of a website.

Question 16

The tool on a Web page that allow the user to get from one page to another within the site is called
A) navigation
B) integration
C) illumination

Accepted Answer

Navigation refers to the tools or elements on a webpage that allow users to move from one page to another within a website.

Question 17

Almost all sites need to present new and updated information.

Accepted Answer

Most websites need to regularly update their content to remain relevant, accurate, and engaging for users, as well as to improve their search engine rankings.

Question 18

One of the most valued characteristics of writing on the Web is
A) casualness
B) efficiency
C) abstractness

Accepted Answer

Efficiency is a valued characteristic of writing on the Web because it allows users to quickly and easily find the information they are looking for.

Question 19

In general, the Web is a place where anything goes and any language is appropriate.

Accepted Answer

The Web has guidelines and standards for appropriate language, and many platforms have rules against offensive or harmful content.

Question 20

The term "backpack journalism" denotes the variety of tools available to the journalist in reporting today's news.

Accepted Answer

The term "backpack journalism" refers to the portable and versatile equipment that journalists use to gather and report news, including laptops, cameras, and audio recorders.

Quiz 7: Writing for the Web

The major news event that established the Web as a premier news medium was

The immediacy characteristic of the Web means that

For journalists probably the most important characteristic of the Web is its

Despite the Web, deadlines in journalism function pretty much like they always did.

Web journalists can specialize in learning their skills; for example, someone who is interested in photojournalism doesn't have to worry about learning how to write.

Users often go to the Web seeking

Writing well is just as important on the Web as it is in any other medium.

The concept of lateral reporting means that a reporter is confined to thinking about a story with a single means of information presentation.

The use of a variety of means to tell parts of a story on the Web is called a

Audiences expect news on the Web to be

The Web has had the effect of increasing the time a writer can devote to editing his or her copy.

A Web journalist must know how to operate a variety of equipment.

Expanding a story to include information in various forms is called

Web audiences are most likely to be attracted to websites with

The concept of "visual logic" means that a visitor to a website

The tool on a Web page that allow the user to get from one page to another within the site is called

Almost all sites need to present new and updated information.

One of the most valued characteristics of writing on the Web is

In general, the Web is a place where anything goes and any language is appropriate.

The term "backpack journalism" denotes the variety of tools available to the journalist in reporting today's news.