Which term describes sensationalistic journalism used to attract readers?

• A. Investigative Journalism
• B. Muckraking
• C. Objectivity
• D. Yellow Journalism

Answer: (D)

This question is asking about a term for journalism that uses sensational headlines and dramatic storytelling to attract readers. Yellow Journalism describes that flashy, attention-grabbing style that prioritizes sales over careful reporting. In the late 1800s, competing newspapers used bold, oversized headlines, vivid illustrations, and sometimes exaggerated or misleading details to boost circulation. This approach helped shape public opinion and even pushed events like the Spanish‑American War era into the spotlight, as papers sensationalized incidents such as the sinking of the USS Maine.

By contrast, investigative journalism focuses on uncovering wrongdoing through careful methods; objectivity is about presenting facts fairly; muckraking refers to reform-minded investigative reporting aimed at exposing social ills. The essence of this question is the sensational, reader-attracting approach, which is the hallmark of Yellow Journalism.