Understanding Media Literacy

What is media literacy?

• Media literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media.

• Understanding media as a form of entertainment only.

• The ability to only access media content.

• A skill to create media without any analysis.

Which of the following best describes bias?

• An unbiased view that considers all perspectives equally.

• A method of decision-making based on random chance.

• A systematic approach to analyzing data without any preferences.

• A tendency to favor one perspective or outcome over others.

What is the main purpose of clickbait?

• To provide accurate information to readers.

• To attract clicks and drive traffic to content.

• To summarize the content effectively.

• To enhance the quality of the content.

How can you identify sensationalism in news articles?

• Sensationalism can be identified by exaggerated headlines, emotional language, and lack of credible sources.

• Balanced reporting with multiple viewpoints

• Use of statistics and data

• Focus on in-depth analysis and research

What does the term 'omission bias' refer to?

• Omission bias is the tendency to act recklessly when faced with choices.

• Omission bias refers to the belief that inaction is always the best choice.

• Omission bias is the preference for inaction over action when both lead to harmful outcomes.

• Omission bias is the preference for action over inaction when both lead to positive outcomes.

Which of the following is an example of a fact?

• Cats are the fastest land animals.

• The Moon is made of cheese.

• The Earth orbits the Sun.

• Water boils at 50 degrees Celsius.

What is the difference between fact and opinion?

• A fact is objective and verifiable; an opinion is subjective and based on personal beliefs.

• A fact can change over time; an opinion remains constant.

• A fact is based on feelings; an opinion is based on evidence.

• A fact is always true; an opinion is always false.

How can perspective influence news reporting?

• Perspective only affects the audience's reaction.

• Perspective is irrelevant to the accuracy of news reporting.

• Perspective influences news reporting by affecting story selection, framing, and tone.

• Perspective has no impact on news reporting.

What is media bias?

• Media bias is the practice of avoiding any editorializing in news articles.

• Media bias refers to the equal representation of all viewpoints in news coverage.

• Media bias is the tendency of news outlets to present information in a way that reflects a particular viewpoint or agenda.

• Media bias is the objective reporting of facts without any influence.

Which of the following is a sign of fake news?

• Fact-checked articles

• Expert opinions

• Neutral reporting

• Sensationalist headlines