1. Explain what happened to the man that was killed by the subway and how the photographer was able to take the photo.
The man was pushed by someone who was harassing him,and couldn't push himself back up.He began using his camera flash to get the trains attention,but couldn't get it in time.
2. Why did the photographer say he took the photo?
He was trying to stop the train
3. Do you think the photographer should have taken the photo?
No i don't think he should have,maybe in some reason yes,but mostly he should of tried to save the mans life more.
4. Do you think the photographer did the best thing he could have done in this situation? Why or why not?
Yes,he said he tried helping him up and he couldn't do it,and he couldn't do anything about it.
5. Do you agree or disagree with the decision to run the photo on the front page of the New York Post? Explain why or why not.
I think its a good idea to,because its letting people and warning people that this could happen at any time,and people should be more careful for their surroundings.
6. What is more important to a photojournalist, capturing images of life as it happens or stopping bad things from happening? Why or why not?
I think that stopping bad things from happening is more important than capturing an image,you an capture an image at anytime but you can't always save a life.
7. Do you think it is ever ethically acceptable for a photographer to involve himself/herself in a situation that he or she photographs? Explain why or why not.
Yes if he or she is helping out in the situation,and if they do the right thing.
8. Should photojournalists always avoid influencing events as they happen? Explain your answer
yes, if it is major and very important this yes you need to help them.
9. After reading the responses from the professional photographers, what stands out as the most appropriate response for a photographer to this situation
If you tried your best in this situation and you couldn't do anything about it at the end,then you know its not your fault.
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