Fake News and Media Bias

Fake News and Media Bias

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English

12th Grade

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What is fake news?

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Fake news refers to misinformation or hoaxes spread through traditional news media or online social media, often with the intent to mislead or manipulate audiences.

2.

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What is media bias?

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Media bias is the perceived or real bias of journalists and news producers within the mass media, where they may favor one side of an issue over another.

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What is fact-checking?

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Fact-checking is the process of verifying the accuracy of information before it is published or shared, often using reliable sources.

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What is propaganda?

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Propaganda is information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view.

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What does neutrality mean in media?

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Neutrality in media refers to the practice of presenting information without bias, allowing audiences to form their own opinions.

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What is confirmation bias?

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Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs.

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How can one identify bias in a news article?

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Bias can be identified by analyzing the language used, checking the sources cited, and comparing the article with other news sources.

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