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1 Journalism Midterm #1
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What did Martinengo report about the Turkish assaults on Famagusta?
- Report covered six Turkish assaults.
- Describes Turks' attacks with "great rage."
- Detailed third assault with 5,000 cannon shots.
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What happened to authors, printers, and booksellers in France between 1600 and 1756?
- Caused discomfort to government
- Over 800 thrown into Bastille
- Censorship issues
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How did Martinengo manage to escape?
- Disguised as a slave.
- Escaped on a sailboat.
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What is unique about the English newsbook on the siege of Famagusta?
- Only Turkish victory reported in English publications.
- Exceptions among English publications from 1532-1593.
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What is significant about the news report printed in Mexico City in 1542?
- It is the oldest surviving news report in the Americas.
- Top of page says "Relation" (early news term).
- Report describes an event in Guatemala by Juan Rodriguez.
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What was the effect of English eyes on continental censorship in the 16th century?
- Cracks in censorship appeared
- English eyes missed provocative prints
- Protestant forces smuggled pamphlets
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What was the purpose of the pamphlet on the Duke of Norfolk's arrest?
- Attempt to "stop the lying and open slander"
- Explain "the cause that the Duke of Norffolke is newly commytted to the Towre"
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How did European authorities approach press control in the 16th century?
- Authorities took severe measures, including book burnings.
- Printed works required licensing by government/church.
- England and France had strict press regulations.
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How did 16th-century printers and newswriters view monarchy?
- Content to take hand of monarch
- Follow along rambunctiously
- Weren’t always intimidated
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What role did controversy play in the publication of newsbooks?
- Avoidance of military defeat reports.
- Focus on less controversial news.
- Warning for printers to avoid state matters.
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