Fake News Quiz

What is fake news?

• False or misleading information presented as news.

• Information from a reliable source.

• Information that is well-researched.

• All three responses.

Why has fake news become more prevalent with the internet?

• Because there are fewer sources providing news online

• Because anyone can post information online

• Because news sources on the internet are more reputable

• Because people are more critical of what they see online

How can fake news be recognized? (select 2 answers)

• By using common sense and asking questions

• By only trusting news articles from verified sources

• By avoiding all news articles on social media

• By believing everything you see online

What is NOT considered fake news?

• News stories that you don't like or disagree with

• Parody sites that poke fun at real news

• Opinion pieces on news sites

• Honest mistakes in news reporting

Why is it important to be critical of what you see online?

• To support reputable news sources

• To avoid being tricked by fake news

• To convince others of your own position

• To increase the spread of fake news

What can individuals do to stop the spread of fake news?

• Believe everything they see online

• Only trust news articles from verified sources

• Ignore all news articles on social media

• Use common sense and ask questions

What are some of the characteristics of fake news?

• It often has sensational headlines or images.

• It is often shared on social media.

• It is often written in a biased or inflammatory tone.

• All three responses.

What are some of the dangers of fake news?

• It can spread misinformation and lead to people making bad decisions.

• It can erode trust in the media and other institutions.

• It can be used to manipulate people and influence public opinion.

• All three responses.

Jacob, William, and Daniel come across a headline: "Scientists Discover New Planet That Could Support Life!" What is the first thing they should do?

• Click on the link to read the article.

• Share the article on social media.

• Check the source of the information.

• Look for evidence to support the claims being made.

Thomas, Mira, and Eesha are discussing a news article they read about a recent event. They want to ensure the information is accurate. Which of the following is a good way for them to fact-check the news article?

• Look for other articles about the same topic from different sources.

• See if the article cites its sources.

• Check the dates of the sources to make sure they are recent.

• All three responses.