Read the excerpt from an article.Lewis Township officials have been publicly—and loudly—quarreling for what seems like forever over what to do with the 20-acre lot of land on the north side of Main Street. It seems to me that the decision is easy. A big-box retailer will bring Lewis hundreds of jobs—jobs desperately needed here.
What are the most ethical decisions for the newspaper to make in this situation? Select two options.
Read the scenario.Joe, a reporter for Main Street News, covered a campaign rally for Jiya Patel, who is running for county commissioner. While at the rally, he interviewed the candidate and some audience members as his research for the article. He then wrote an article describing the rally, the candidate’s platform, and the reasons her supporters believe that she is the best person for this job. When he finished, he turned his article in to his editor. As the editor reviews this story, he sees a public report on campaign donations and learns that Joe has made a sizeable contribution to Patel’s campaign.
Read the headline.Governor Raids Funding for After-School Programs for Preschoolers
Read the two headlines.Protestors Continue Rally Despite Police Requests to StopAttempts to Shut Down Rally Met with Civil Disobedience
Read the scenario.The editor-in-chief of a magazine emails this list to her entire staff:Seek the truth without bias.Always fact-check your information.Never compromise your principles.
Which headlines can be considered objective? Select two options.Quarterback Looks Lazy in Final Team PracticeStunning Upset Leaves Penguins ReelingUniversity Athletic Director Resigns amid ControversySoftball League Umpire Admits Error on Final PlayIce Skating Champion’s Fall from Grace Continues
Read the opening paragraphs from two articles about the same news story.Paragraph 1:Santiago Lopez, a retired Professional Football League quarterback for the San Diego Waves, has publicly accused his former employers of negligence. While he played on the team, he sustained two severe knee injuries. Both injuries were to the right knee and happened within six months of each other. According to Lopez, the league knew of the seriousness of the injuries, but required him to continue to play instead of allowing him to recuperate properly. He continues by saying, "I made a commitment to the league, the Waves, and the fans, and I wanted to fulfill that, but not at the cost of my career. If I had been allowed to heal properly, I believe that I could still be playing today.” League officials have declined to comment.Paragraph 2:Santiago Lopez, one of the all-time greats of the Professional Football League, was forced to retire because he can no longer walk unassisted. While playing with the San Diego Waves, he sustained painful injuries to his right knee. Lopez says that the league knew he was hurt but required him to continue to play throughout the remainder of the season. The league’s actions are disappointing and irresponsible. By refusing to allow Lopez to properly treat his injuries, the league has essentially forced him into early retirement. This mismanagement has robbed him of the rest of his career and the fans of the opportunity to see him play.
Which news report is most likely to be a reliable source?
Which statement about valid and reliable news reports is true?
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