What is the purpose of identifying bias in a text?

To evaluate the credibility of information.

To agree with the writer's viewpoint.

What is "Bandwagon Bias"?

Supporting a belief because others do.

Judging someone based on stereotypes.

What is an "Appeal to Emotion"?

Using feelings to influence decisions.

Using authority to validate claims.

Which type of evidence is most credible?

Opinions shared on social media.

Statistics from an unreliable source.

Which is an example of "Prejudice"?

Disliking someone without knowing them.

Conducting research on a topic.

Supporting facts with evidence.

Changing an opinion after learning new facts.

How can bias affect the validity of information?

It makes information unreliable.

It provides balanced perspectives.

What is the difference between bias and prejudice?

Bias is based on opinions, prejudice is based on hate.

Bias is always positive, prejudice is always negative.

Bias is natural, prejudice is unnatural.

Bias is rational, prejudice is irrational.

What does "Fact vs. Opinion" analysis teach?

To differentiate verifiable data from personal beliefs.

How can you identify bias in a text?

Identify emotional language or one-sided arguments.

Count the number of sources cited.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a truthful source?

Uses strong, emotional language.

Provides evidence to support claims.

Is from a reputable organization.

Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence?

All of the above are types of evidence.

Identifying biases in a source requires:

Critically examining the source's perspective.

Accepting information at face value.

Evaluating the credibility of a source involves:

Determining the source's expertise and reliability.

Checking for spelling and grammar errors.

Judging the attractiveness of the website design.

Seeing if the source agrees with your own beliefs.

Cross-referencing information from multiple sources helps to:

Confirm the accuracy of the information.

Avoid having to think critically.

Find information that supports your own biases.

Make the research process more time-consuming.

Which of the following is a key skill for evaluating information?

The ability to identify and analyze arguments.

The ability to quickly skim through material.

The ability to memorize large amounts of information.

The ability to avoid challenging existing beliefs.

Why is it important to be able to evaluate information critically?

To avoid being misled by false or misleading information.

To impress others with your knowledge.

To form strong opinions on all topics.

Which of the following is NOT a red flag that might indicate a source is unreliable?

The source provides clear and concise information.

The source uses strong, emotional language.

The source contains numerous spelling and grammatical errors.

The source promotes a specific agenda or viewpoint.

Grade 9 Critical Thinking Quiz

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English

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9th Grade

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Hard

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CCSS

RI.8.8, RL.5.6, RL.11-12.6

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40 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which expression is commonly used to express an opinion?

"It is a fact that..."

"I believe..."

"The evidence shows..."

"It is proven..."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is bias?

A judgment formed without facts.

A neutral perspective.

A legal decision.

A type of factual statement.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following describes prejudice?

An irrational dislike of a group.

A positive judgment.

A neutral statement.

A statistical finding.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of "Expert Opinion" evidence?

A basketball player's favorite snack.

A dietician's recommendation on food.

A child's view on homework.

A comedian's joke about society.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What is a "Counterargument"?

A supportive point.

A contradicting viewpoint.

A type of conclusion.

A hook in an essay.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What does the term "anecdote" refer to in evidence types?

A real-life story.

Statistical data.

A hypothetical situation.

An expert opinion.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a "Fact"?

Dogs are better than cats.

The earth revolves around the sun.

Ice cream is the best dessert.

Blue is the prettiest color.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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Grade 9 Critical Thinking Quiz

40 questions

Which expression is commonly used to express an opinion?

What is bias?

Which of the following describes prejudice?

What is an example of "Expert Opinion" evidence?

What is a "Counterargument"?

What does the term "anecdote" refer to in evidence types?

Which of the following is a "Fact"?

What is the purpose of identifying bias in a text?

What is "Bandwagon Bias"?

Which of the following phrases signals an opinion?

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