Finding Credible Sources
Authored by Elena Perez
English
12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the importance of finding credible sources?
To ensure accuracy, reliability, and trustworthiness of information.
To confuse readers with conflicting information
To increase the word count of a report
To waste time searching for irrelevant data
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CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you determine if a source is credible?
Believe everything you read without questioning
Check the number of likes on social media
Consider factors such as author expertise, publication date, citations, publisher reputation, biases, and cross-referencing with other sources.
Only consider sources that agree with your preconceived notions
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CCSS.RL.11-12.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it essential to evaluate the author of a source?
Evaluating the author is a time-consuming process with no benefits.
It helps in assessing the trustworthiness and accuracy of the content.
It allows for personal bias to influence the interpretation of the content.
The author's identity is irrelevant to the credibility of the source.
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CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does bias play in assessing the credibility of a source?
Bias can cloud judgment and lead to inaccurate assessments of credibility.
Bias guarantees accurate assessments of credibility.
Bias has no impact on assessing source credibility.
Bias always ensures the credibility of a source.
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CCSS.RL.5.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are some red flags to look out for when evaluating the credibility of a source?
Current information
Neutral language or tone
Lack of authorship or credentials, biased language or tone, outdated information, lack of citations or sources, extreme or exaggerated claims
Too many citations or sources
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it crucial to cross-reference information from multiple sources?
To limit access to information, increase bias, and gain a narrow perspective.
To verify accuracy, reduce bias, and gain a comprehensive understanding.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of peer-reviewed sources in academic research?
Peer-reviewed sources are biased and unreliable in academic research.
Peer-reviewed sources hinder the progress of academic research.
Peer-reviewed sources are unnecessary for academic research.
Peer-reviewed sources provide credibility and reliability to academic research.
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CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
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