Question

Select all that apply.

What are methods typically used to slant the news?

writing headlines that create the impression the paper wants to promote
giving little time or coverage to a story
"burying" a story in the inside back pages
choosing only those facts that support the newspaper's opinions
using untrue or made up "facts" and statistics
misquoting sources

Answer 1

All of the above.

- Writing headlines that create the impression the paper wants to promote — sensational or loaded headlines shape readers’ first impressions.
- Giving little time or coverage to a story — underreporting minimizes its perceived importance.
- "Burying" a story in the inside back pages — placement reduces visibility and impact.
- Choosing only those facts that support the newspaper's opinions — cherry-picking creates a one-sided narrative.
- Using untrue or made-up "facts" and statistics — fabrication distorts the truth to push a frame.
- Misquoting sources — altering quotes changes the meaning and supports a biased angle.