JAZZ vocabluary quiz

What does the term "to debunk" mean?

• 1. To affirm or support a widely accepted belief or theory.

• 1. To investigate and disprove false or exaggerated claims or myths.

• 1. To promote and popularize a new idea or concept.

• 1. To create confusion or ambiguity regarding a particular topic or issue.

What is the definition of "Misinformation"?

• Objective and unbiased data that presents multiple perspectives on a topic.

• 1. Information that has not undergone rigorous fact-checking and verification processes.

• 1. False or misleading information that is spread without the intent to deceive or manipulate.

• 1. Factual and accurate information that is spread with the intention to hurt a person for a political or financial gain.

What is the meaning of Disinformation?

• 1. Information that is verifiable and accurate, often backed by credible sources.

• 1. Information that has been thoroughly reviewed and authenticated by experts in the field.

• 1. Unintentionally misleading content shared due to a lack of awareness or knowledge.

• 1. False or misleading information deliberately spread with the intention to deceive or manipulate.

What is the meaning of "Fake news"?

• 1. Verified and credible information reported by reputable news outlets.

• 1. News stories that are based on verified facts and evidence but may have a bias in reporting.

• 1. Opinions and analyses provided by expert journalists and commentators.

• 1. News stories that are entirely fabricated and intentionally designed to deceive readers or viewers.

What is the "knowledge illusion"?

• The phenomenon where people forget information after learning it.

• The belief that we understand a concept fully when we only have superficial knowledge of it.

• The tendency to overestimate one's knowledge in specific areas.

• The ability to retain information for long periods without review.

What does it mean "to rationalize"?

• To systematically reduce components, regardless of the impact on overall efficiency.

• To make a decision based solely on emotions or gut feelings, without the use of logical reasoning

• To revise a previous argument or explanation to fit a new set of facts, even if those facts don’t fully align with the original reasoning.

• To find a logical reason for something, especially to justify a feeling or action.

What are logical fallacies?

• Rhetorical devices used to enhance the credibility of an argument through persuasive language

• Mistakes in reasoning or argumentation that undermine the validity of a claim.

• Principles of sound reasoning that strengthen arguments by following logical rules

• Irrelevant distractions (extra information) from the main argument, often used to manipulate emotions rather than logic

What is meant by "Confirmation bias"?

• 1. The tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs.

• 1. A systematic approach to evaluating evidence from multiple perspectives to reach a balanced conclusion.

• 1. The practice of disregarding information that contradicts one's views while favoring supportive data.

• 1. The objective analysis of all available data before forming an opinion or conclusion.

What is the definition of a "Conspiracy theory"?

• 1. Well-established scientific theory on epistemology that challenges existing paradigms.

• 1. Widely accepted explanation of events supported by not popular, but credible evidence and analysis.

• Philosophical concept describing the natural order of societal hierarchies and power structures.

• Belief or explanation that suggests an event or situation is the result of a secret, often sinister, plot by a group of people.

What is the significance of "Source credibility"?

• 1. The reliability and trustworthiness of the information source in providing accurate data.

• 1. The popularity of a source based on its social media following.

• 1. The ability of a source to entertain rather than inform.

• 1. The tendency of a source to present biased information to support a specific agenda.