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University of Venda
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Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
Department of English, Media Studies and Linguistics
Degree Special Examination 2022
Module : NEWS WRITING
Code :MST1142
Level Fa
Marks 2106
Time :3 Hours
Examiner : Dr. FO Makananise
Moderator : Dr. SE Madima
This paper consists of two pages.
Instructions to candidates:
Answer four (4) questions only.
Each question is worth 25 marks.
All answers must be presented in the form of well-structured critical essays.
Start each question on a new page.QUESTION 1
Explain the need for investigative journalism and ways these journalists should avoid in doing
their investigative work.
25 Marks
QUESTION 2
Explain the impact of online and digital journalism on the processes of news gathering, writing,
and disseminating them in society.
25 Marks
QUESTION 3
With the aid of relevant examples, demonstrate your understanding of key newsroom personnel
and their roles in journalism practice,
25 Marks
QUESTION 4
Discuss various factors of news worthiness and justify their importance in determining a news
story's relevance
25 Marks
QUESTION 5
Explain the importance and the need for using a clear and concise Janguage in writing and
reporting news stories.
25 Marks
QUESTION 6
Demonstrate your understanding of why accurate reporting is important in journalism. Give
relevant examples to support your answers.
25 Marks
TOTAL: 100 MARKS