Identifying Sources in Journalism

What is the first step in evaluating the credibility of a source?

• Check the author's credentials and expertise.

• Ask a friend for their opinion

• Read the entire source

• Ignore the source completely

Which of the following is NOT a reliable news organization?

• The New York Times

• CNN

• BBC

• TikTok

• Google

What is one way to identify fake news?

• Fact-checking

• Ignoring news sources

• Believing everything you read

• Sharing on social media

Why is it important to find credible sources?

• To waste time and effort

• To spread misinformation

• To confuse readers

• To ensure reliability and accuracy of information.

What should you do if a source lacks citations or references?

• Create your own citations and references for the source.

• Use the source anyway, even without citations or references.

• Find alternative sources with proper citations and references.

• Ask the author of the source for citations and references.

Which of the following is a reliable source for news?

• Social media influencers

• Tabloid newspapers

• Personal blogs

• Reputable and unbiased news organizations

What is one characteristic of a reliable news organization?

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What is one way to verify the credibility of a source?

• Consider the popularity of the source

• Check for references or citations

• Look for spelling and grammar mistakes

• Trust the information without verification

Which of the following is a red flag for fake news?

• The article has a catchy headline.

• The information is supported by credible sources.

• The article has a lot of social media shares.

• The source is not credible or reputable.

Why is it important to recognize reliable news organizations?

• To support biased reporting

• To spread misinformation

• To ensure accurate and unbiased information

• To promote fake news