Website Evaluation

What is the main purpose of evaluating websites according to the text?

• To learn how to create a website

• To ensure the information is reliable and accurate for research

• To compare different website designs

• To find the most entertaining content

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does 'authority' refer to when evaluating a website?

• The expertise of the website's author or organization

• The number of advertisements on the website

• The legal power of the website

• The popularity of the website

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Why is 'currency' important when evaluating a website?

• It determines if the site accepts online payments

• It shows whether the information is up-to-date

• It indicates the financial value of the website

• It measures the website's global usage

What does 'objectivity' mean in the context of website evaluation?

• Whether the website presents information in a fair and balanced way

• The visual appeal of the website

• The number of objects or media files on a website

• The site's ability to load quickly

How can the accuracy of a website be verified?

• By finding references or links to other sources

• By evaluating the website's color scheme

• By checking the website's popularity

• Through the presence of contact information

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What indicates that a website might not be updated regularly?

• A large number of images

• Expired or dead links

• A complex navigation menu

• The use of bright colors

Why is it important for a website to be 'useful' for the reader?

• It ensures the website is profitable

• It means the website is suitable for the reader's needs and level of understanding

• It indicates the website uses the latest technology

• It guarantees the website will be shared on social media

What type of website address might indicate a personal page?

• One that ends with .gov

• One that includes a tilde (~)

• One that starts with www

• One that includes .edu

What question should you ask to determine a website's objectivity?

• Can you play games on the website?

• How many ads are on the website?

• Is the website colorful?

• Is the purpose of the website clear?

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What might a .org website address indicate?

• It is a personal blog

• It is a commercial business

• It belongs to a professional organization or association

• It is a government website

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9