DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.A. (MC JR/MJMC) DEGREE EXAMINATION,
DECEMBER 2017.
EDITING
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — x 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions in 200 words each.
1. Explain the modern trends in headline writing.
2. What are the sources of news?
3. What are the latest trends in picture editing?
4. Discuss about style sheet and mechanics of dummying.
5. Discuss the importance of typography.
6. Explain the importance of proof reading.
7. What are the functions of editor?
8. Explain the various types faces and sizes.
PART B — x 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions in 400 words each.
9. Explain the fundamentals of copy editing.
10. Explain the different steps involved in newspaper
production.
11. Discuss in detail the different kinds of types setting.
Sub. Code
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DE-2609
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12. Explain the rules and principles of page make up and
design.
13. Discuss the role and responsibilities of editor, Assistant
editor and subeditor.
14. Illustrate the functions of news room.
15. Explain few proof reading symbols and space saving
techniques.