Understanding News: A Quiz for Students
Authored by Marissa Benavides-Cook
Journalism
6th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of news?
A type of fiction story
Information about recent events or happenings
A type of music genre
A form of ancient art
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2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is news important in our daily lives?
It helps us stay informed about what is happening around the world
It provides us with entertainment only
It is a way to learn new languages
It is a form of exercise
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of news?
Timeliness
Relevance
Fictional content
Accuracy
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one simple procedure to verify the accuracy of news?
Check the publication date
Ignore the source
Assume all news is true
Only read headlines
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes the role of news in a democratic society?
To entertain the public
To inform citizens so they can make educated decisions
To promote only one viewpoint
To keep information secret
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