Unit 1: CAPPS Criteria​

1. 1. Why is the publication date important?

• A) It tells you how long the article is.

• B) It shows how current the information is.

• C) It shows the author's name.

• D) It tells you the length of the article.

1. 2. Why do the author’s qualifications matter?

• A) They help determine the author's writing style.

• B) They show if the author is knowledgeable about the topic.

• C) They show how often they write.

• D) They reveal the author's political views.

1. 3. How does a reputable publisher affect a source?

• A) They are likely to provide accurate and reliable information.

• B) They make the article look more colorful.

• C) They charge more for access.

• D) They update the article more frequently.

1. 4. What does “point of view” mean?

• A) The type of publication.

• B) The number of words in the article.

• C) Where the research was done.

• D) The author’s opinion or bias.

1. 5. Why is objectivity important in an article?

• A) It ensures a long word count.

• B) It affects the article’s look.

• C) It means the article presents facts without bias.

• D) It shows the author’s background.

1. 6. What should you check about the sources used in an article?

• A) The number of images.

• B) The amount and variety of evidence.

• C) The color scheme.

• D) The font size.

1. 7. What does frequent updating of an article usually mean?

• A) The article is longer.

• B) The information is current and accurate.

• C) The article has more authors.

• D) The article has more ads.

1. 8. How can you find out an author’s expertise?

• A) By looking at their previous work.

• B) By checking the article length.

• C) By looking at article graphics.

• D) By checking their social media.

1. 9. Why is evidence important in an article?

• A) It shows the article’s design quality.

• B) It shows how the article looks.

• C) It supports the article’s claims.

• D) It affects the article’s publishing date.

1. 10. Why should you check for bias in an article?

• A) To see if it’s written in a popular style.

• B) To determine if it is one-sided or has an agenda.

• C) To check the article’s length.

• D) To find out the cost of the article.