Understanding News and Misinformation

Which of the following is NOT an element of high-quality journalism?

• Accuracy

• Trustworthiness

• Transparency

• Impartiality

• Entertainment

Which of the following is NOT a form of deception?

• Fake sources

• People pretending to be experts

• Made-up organizations or institutions

• Clearly marked opinion articles

Which action will NOT help you verify something you see on the internet?

• Asking someone else what they think

• Looking for the same information in a web search

• Researching the sources and experts named

• A reverse image search to see the origins of images used

Most things on the internet are true and fact-checked before you read them.

• True

• False

Which element does this statement address? Don't be fooled by sneaky ads, quizzes that just mine for your personal information, or opinion pieces pretending to offer fair analysis.

• Accuracy

• Trustworthiness

• Transparency

• Impartiality

What is a common characteristic of fake news?

• Well-researched content

• Sensational headlines

• Balanced viewpoints

• Verified sources

Which of the following is a reliable way to check the credibility of a news source?

• Checking the number of ads on the page

• Looking at the website design

• Verifying the author's credentials

• Counting the number of comments

What should you do if you suspect a news story is fake?

• Share it immediately to warn others

• Ignore it and move on

• Check other reputable sources for confirmation

• Comment on it to express your disbelief

Which of the following is a red flag for identifying fake news?

• Multiple credible sources reporting the same story

• A single source with no author information

• Detailed citations and references

• Balanced and unbiased reporting

What is the purpose of a reverse image search?

• To find similar images

• To verify the origin of an image

• To enhance image quality

• To create memes