Fake News Friday - August 12, 2022

Multiple Choice

Is the information on this graphic true?

• Yes, this is from a trustworthy source

• No, this is misinformation posing as something that's true

• It's impossible to determine if this image is genuine or not

Fake News Friday Take Away

Doctored headlines and graphics falsely attributed to credible sources are often shared online to spread disinformation. Be wary of posts that include screenshots that make sensational, fear-inducing claims without including live links to credible sources. A quick internet search for any of these claims surfaces numerous fact-checks and is an effective way to debunk this viral post.

Source: The News Literacy Project. Available HERE

Multiple Choice

What is the message of this political cartoon?

• Panama is in danger of a major earthquake which will devastate the country

• Mining operations in Panama are very harmful to the environment

• President Cortizo has created a financially responsible program to deal with the current crisis

• President Cortizo continues to spend money that the government does not have

Poll

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the message of this political cartoon?

• Strongly disagree

• Disagree

• Agree

• Strongly Agree

FBI searches Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home and seizes documents | Donald Trump | The Guardian

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Multiple Choice

Is it true that FBI agents raided former president Trump's Mar a Lago residence on August 8?

• Yes, this is real news

• No, this is fake news

• This is a trick question

Multiple Choice

What was the reason for the FBI raid on Trump's property in Florida?

• The agents were looking for illegal weapons

• The agents were looking for classified documents from the White House

• The agents were attempting to arrest Trump

• The agents attacked the wrong house