Media Authenticity Quiz

What did a study by George Pearson from Ohio State University find about people who use the same source for both news and entertainment?

• They pay less attention to the source of the content

• They pay more attention to the source of the content

• They are more likely to share the news

• They are not affected by fake news

What is the main goal of fake news articles?

• To educate the public

• To go viral and make money or promote a political agenda

• To entertain the audience

• To provide accurate information

What is the nature of fake news?

• Entertainment

• Scientific

• Political or criminal

• Educational

What is the purpose of deepfake technology?

• To create authentic videos

• To make money through viral videos

• To disinform the public

• To improve journalism

According to a 2019 report by start-up company Deeptrace, how many deepfake videos were found online?

• 5000

• 20000

• 7964

• 10000

What did the report by start-up company Deeptrace predict about the number of deepfake videos in the future?

• It will decrease

• It will remain the same

• It will fluctuate

• It will increase

Why is it becoming increasingly difficult to check the authenticity of media?

• Due to the increase in media literacy

• Due to the availability of tools

• Due to lack of technology

• Due to the decrease in fake news

What is the impact of using social media sites as a one-stop shop for entertainment and news?

• It has no impact on media authenticity

• It makes it more difficult to evaluate sources

• It makes it easier to evaluate sources

• It increases media literacy

What is the main vulnerability of people who use the same source for both news and entertainment?

• They are more likely to believe in fake news

• They are less likely to share news

• They are less likely to be affected by fake news

• They are more likely to fact-check the news

What is the intent behind deliberately made fake news?

• To inform the public

• To educate the public

• To entertain the audience

• To disinform and promote a political agenda