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PR EXAM 3 JLMC 220
PR EXAM 3 JLMC 220
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Journalism
Undergraduate 2
04/19/2012

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Term
What tactic did Denny's use to help change the image of its brand?
Definition
It offered free breakfast to customers on 'Fat Tuesday'
Term
What is the most commonly used PR tactic?
Definition
the news release
Term
Some editors refer to PR practitioners as the newspaper's __________:
Definition
Unpaid Reporters
Term
What style guide should you use as a guide for written press releases?
Definition
The Associated Press Style guide
Term
The press release should be written as a well crafted ____________:
Definition
News story
Term
One Wall Street journalist cheif estiamtes that _____ of newspaper articles fome from news releases.
Definition
50%
Term
When editors cut text from a news release, they usually cut from:
Definition
the bottom.
Term
One tip for great PR photos it to...
Definition
Make sure there is good contrast and share detail in the photo
Term
A memo to reporters and editors from PR practitioners about an upcoming news conference or special event is called a...
Definition
Media Advisory.
Term
______ are often used as 'crib sheets' for journalists.
Definition
Fast Sheets
Term
PR practitioners use _____, which can be delivered via mail, e-mail, phone, or tweet, to editors and reporters to suggest story ideas.
Definition
Pitches
Term
What company was recognized for earning customers loyalty by addressing environmental concerns?
Definition
Coca-Cola
Term
What is the customary practice regarding a published story based on an interview?
Definition
Neither PR practitioners nor interviewees should ask to approve stories before they are printed
Term
When should you consider holding a news conference?
Definition
When there is a new product to unveil!
Term
Journalists generally attend media parties to:
Definition
develop news contacts.
Term
Familiarization trips are usually offered to:
Definition
travel writers and editors.
Term
News releases for radio shold last no longer than ___:
Definition
60 seconds
Term

Public service announcements are all of the following except:

A) Unpaid

B) Promote programs of government or voluntary agencies

C) Serve public interest

D) Typically provided to radio and television stations by phone

Definition

PSAs are NOT:

D) Typically provided to radio and television stations by phone

Term
Video news releases are primarily produced by:
Definition
Large corporations
Term
What show would a sokesperson or client reach the most viewers?
Definition
The Oprah Winfrey Show!
Term
Why are people more likely to be emotionally involved in something when they gather with others face-to-face?
Definition
They use all five of their senses in face-to-face situations
Term
In what city does the meeting and conventiones industry spend more than $8 billion each year?
Definition
Las Vegas
Term
According to your text's 'to-do' list, how far in advance should you enlist speakers for your event?
Definition
4-6 weeks
Term
Invitations to a special event should be sent ______ in advance
Definition
3-6 weeks
Term
What does your text say about using name tags at meetings?
Definition
Name tags are a good idea at almost any meeting.
Term
How far in advance should programs be printed?
Definition
Not until the last minute possible
Term
A good schedule for a luncheon meeting is _____:
Definition
11:30 AM - 1:30 AM
Term
Former VP Al Gore reportedly is paid _______ per speech.
Definition
$100,000
Term
Budgets for all special events have two entries on both sides of the ledger:
Definition
Costs and revenues
Term
The focus at a cocktail party is on _____:
Definition
interaction
Term
As a rule of thumb, one bartended is needed for every ____ people.
Definition
75
Term
The purpose of an open house is to _________________:
Definition
Create favorable opinion about the organization.
Term
Most conventions are held by:
Definition
National membership groups and trade associations
Term
A convention program is usually organized around a _____.
Definition
Theme
Term
Trde shows are referred to as:
Definition
The ultimate marketing event
Term
The cost of a basic booth at a trade show starts at $______:
Definition
$50,000
Term
The primary purpose of a hospitality suite at a trade show is to ______.
Definition
generate leads that result in product sales.
Term
The one essential skill for promotional events is ________.
Definition
Creativity.
Term
What is one time-honored way to increase the likelihood that the media will cover your promotional event?
Definition
Hire a celebrity to speak at the event
Term
How did Proctor & Gamble get consumers to spend an average of 22 minutes interacting with its Charmin brand?
Definition
By installing luxury bathrooms in New York Time's Square during the Christmas season
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