Which headline is an example of sensationalism?(1 point)

Responses

“Officials Are Warning Locals to Stop Eating This Food!”
“Officials Are Warning Locals to Stop Eating This Food!”

“Studies Show College Dropout Rates Are Declining!”
“Studies Show College Dropout Rates Are Declining!”

“Astronomers Unveil a Newly Discovered Dwarf Planet.”
“Astronomers Unveil a Newly Discovered Dwarf Planet.”

“Reusable Shopping Bags Are Growing in Popularity.”

1 answer

The headline that is an example of sensationalism is:

“Officials Are Warning Locals to Stop Eating This Food!”

This headline uses dramatic language and suggests urgency and danger, which is characteristic of sensationalism.