Journalism Jargon
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In journalism, what is a 'lede'?
About Journalism Jargon
Journalism Jargon is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Step into the newsroom and test your knowledge of the terms reporters and editors use every day. A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. In journalism, what is a 'lede'?
Answer: The opening sentence or paragraph of a news story
2. What does 'above the fold' mean?
Answer: Content appearing on the top half of a newspaper's front page
3. What is a 'byline' in journalism?
Answer: A line crediting the author of an article
4. What does 'off the record' mean?
Answer: Information given with the understanding it will not be published or attributed
5. What is a 'slug' in newsroom terminology?
Answer: A short label or identifier used to track a story during production
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Journalism Jargon?
Journalism Jargon has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Journalism Jargon free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Journalism Jargon — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Journalism Jargon take?
Most players finish Journalism Jargon in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Journalism Jargon?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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