This file of BUS 300 Week 9 Quiz 8 Chapters 15 and 16 comprehends:

1. A research scientist working for your company finds a cure for cancer, and you’re asked to write the release. The newsworthy element inherent in the story is2. Which of the following pertain to Internet news releases?3. If you want to understand the importance of newsworthiness to the media, you should4. A major element that helps media editors decide whether to even read a news release is5. In the age of the Internet, if a “419 letter” is an indication, writing has become a key communication skill even for6. The rule to follow regarding numbers indicates that numbers till ________ should be spelled out.7. A news release that has news value must8. The style for capitalization writers in public relations follow for publication is9. Like public relations teachers, supervisors and executive recruiters indicate that10. The overriding purpose of a news release is11. An absolute way to avoid misspellings,12. The key to the practice of public relations remains13. Which of the following rules about editing do not apply to Internet newswriting?14. A story that touches on an emotional experience is using the ________ angle.15. A new chief executive for your organization has been named, so the news release depends on the ________ factor for its news value.16. Which of the following is what often prompts a “white paper”?17. Among the most important bits of advice about writing for the ear is18. Which component in the speechwriting process is made easier because it uses the 4W checklist?19. Which aspect of the speechwriting process is essential for the writer to help ensure a strong speech?20. Characteristics of a composing an effective “creative” pitch letter include21. If you were announcing your newest top executive targeted to the Wall Street Journal, you’d more likely provide a ________ than a ________, which would be what the papers feature writers might prefer.22. The term “Op-Ed” refers to which of the following?23. Aspiring speechwriters should realize24. A fact sheet25. Which of the following essential elements in organizing a speech provides the purpose or central idea?26. The likely advantage to public relations persons who place byliners is that it27. A media kit serves as a28. Public relations people who provide reporters a “scoop” are29. A standby statement generally30. What distinguishes a presentation from a speech?