Evaluating Sources Quiz

What is the first step in evaluating the credibility of an online source?

• Check the font and color of the website

• Look for the number of likes on the post

• Check the author or organization behind the information

• Ask a friend if they think the source is credible

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when evaluating the credibility of an online source?

• The color of the website design

• The website's domain extension

• The author's educational background

• The number of social media followers

Why is it important to consider the author's credentials when evaluating the credibility of an online source?

• To determine the author's favorite color

• To understand the expertise and qualifications of the author, which can impact the reliability of the information presented.

• To see if the author is famous

• To find out the author's favorite food

What does the domain name of a website tell you about its credibility?

• It indicates the number of visitors to the website

• It shows the owner's favorite color

• It can give an indication of its credibility based on the reputation of the domain extension and the relevance to the website's content.

• It tells you the age of the website

What is bias, and why is it important to consider when evaluating the credibility of an online source?

• Bias is the inclination or prejudice towards a particular perspective or idea, and it is important to consider when evaluating the credibility of an online source.

• Bias is the same as objectivity, so it doesn't really matter when evaluating online sources.

• Bias only matters in face-to-face interactions, not in online content.

• Bias is irrelevant as long as the online source provides a lot of information.

What is the purpose of fact-checking when evaluating the credibility of an online source?

• To verify the accuracy and truthfulness of the information provided

• To make the information more believable

• To ignore the reliability of the information

• To spread misinformation and confusion

How can you verify the accuracy of information found in an online source?

• By believing everything you read without question

• By assuming that if it's on the internet, it must be accurate

• By cross-referencing the information with other reliable sources and fact-checking organizations.

• By asking random people on the internet if it's true

Why is it important to consider the date of publication when evaluating the credibility of an online source?

• To check if the source has a lot of advertisements

• To determine if the information is written in a formal tone

• To determine if the information is current and up-to-date.

• To see if the author is famous

What are some red flags that indicate an online source may not be credible?

• Multiple sources cited, current information, balanced viewpoints

• Limited advertising, clear bias, minimal spelling or grammatical errors

• Well-designed website, professional appearance, engaging content

• Lack of author or source information, biased or one-sided information, outdated content, and excessive spelling or grammatical errors