JMC-1013 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS
1. The importance of the Pentagon Papers case regarding press freedom: The
Pentagon Papers case highlighted the role of the press in holding the government accountable and reinforced the
principle of freedom of the press under the First Amendment.
2. The two tests of press freedom: The two tests of press freedom are the 'clear and present danger'
test and the 'incitement' test, which assess when speech can be limited.
3. The 3 amendments that work together for U.S. freedom of speech: The First
Amendment (freedom of speech), the Fourth Amendment (protection against unreasonable searches), and the
Fourteenth Amendment (due process) work together to protect freedom of speech in the U.S.
4. How the World Wars affected book readership: The World Wars increased book readership
as people sought information and entertainment during times of uncertainty and upheaval.
5. The pros and cons of digital e-publishing for books: Pros include wider distribution and
lower costs, while cons include issues with copyright, quality control, and the potential for reduced sales of physical
books.
6. Why book sales increased after 1996 and again after 2007?: Book sales increased
due to the rise of the internet and e-commerce, making books more accessible, and the popularity of e-readers and
digital formats.
7. Muckraking examples from book and magazine writers: Muckraking refers to investiga-
tive journalism that exposes corruption and social injustices, with examples including Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle' and Ida
Tarbell's exposé on Standard Oil.
8. Why the number of magazines surged after the 1870s: The surge in magazines after the
1870s was due to advancements in printing technology, increased literacy rates, and the rise of a middle class with
disposable income.
9. The difference in specialized vs. general interest magazines: Specialized
magazines target niche audiences with specific interests, while general interest magazines appeal to a broader
audience with diverse topics.
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, 10. Three definitions of fake news: Fake news can be defined as misinformation spread deliberately,
sensationalized news that distorts facts, and fabricated stories designed to mislead readers.
11. Different ways to evaluate if sources are credible: To evaluate credibility, consider the
author's qualifications, the publication's reputation, the presence of citations, the date of publication, and the objectivity of
the content.
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1. The importance of the Pentagon Papers case regarding press freedom: The
Pentagon Papers case highlighted the role of the press in holding the government accountable and reinforced the
principle of freedom of the press under the First Amendment.
2. The two tests of press freedom: The two tests of press freedom are the 'clear and present danger'
test and the 'incitement' test, which assess when speech can be limited.
3. The 3 amendments that work together for U.S. freedom of speech: The First
Amendment (freedom of speech), the Fourth Amendment (protection against unreasonable searches), and the
Fourteenth Amendment (due process) work together to protect freedom of speech in the U.S.
4. How the World Wars affected book readership: The World Wars increased book readership
as people sought information and entertainment during times of uncertainty and upheaval.
5. The pros and cons of digital e-publishing for books: Pros include wider distribution and
lower costs, while cons include issues with copyright, quality control, and the potential for reduced sales of physical
books.
6. Why book sales increased after 1996 and again after 2007?: Book sales increased
due to the rise of the internet and e-commerce, making books more accessible, and the popularity of e-readers and
digital formats.
7. Muckraking examples from book and magazine writers: Muckraking refers to investiga-
tive journalism that exposes corruption and social injustices, with examples including Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle' and Ida
Tarbell's exposé on Standard Oil.
8. Why the number of magazines surged after the 1870s: The surge in magazines after the
1870s was due to advancements in printing technology, increased literacy rates, and the rise of a middle class with
disposable income.
9. The difference in specialized vs. general interest magazines: Specialized
magazines target niche audiences with specific interests, while general interest magazines appeal to a broader
audience with diverse topics.
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, 10. Three definitions of fake news: Fake news can be defined as misinformation spread deliberately,
sensationalized news that distorts facts, and fabricated stories designed to mislead readers.
11. Different ways to evaluate if sources are credible: To evaluate credibility, consider the
author's qualifications, the publication's reputation, the presence of citations, the date of publication, and the objectivity of
the content.
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