What is the first step in fact-checking information?

Checking the information against reputable sources

Sharing the information with friends to get their opinion

Looking at the comments section to see what others say

Posting the information on social media to see the reactions

What is the most effective way to revise sentence 13?

Sentence 13 should not be revised.

Even if it isn't based on science or facts, everywhere people twist facts. They try to push along their own beliefs.

People everywhere twist facts, even if it isn't based on science or facts, to push along their system or belief.

People everywhere twist facts to push along their system or belief, even if it isn't based on science or facts.

Why is it important to recognize the impact of misinformation in media?

It can influence public opinion and behavior based on false premises.

It ensures that all information shared online is true.

It makes it easier to choose what to read and share on social media.

It prevents people from reading online articles.

Which of the following best defines disinformation?

false or misleading information deliberately spread with the intention to deceive or manipulate

news that is told so poorly you can't even understand

when you get caught plagiarizing

The vast spreading of false information

A 2016 Stanford study found that more than 80% of middle school students could not do what?

recognize that sponsored content was not real news

Which of the following best defines 'fake news'?

A) News that is factually incorrect and intended to deceive

B) News that is poorly written but true

C) News that is true but unpopular

D) News that is only shared on social media

What is a common characteristic of fake news articles?

B) They often contain sensational headlines

A) They are always published in reputable newspapers

C) They are usually very detailed and factual

D) They are written by well-known journalists

Which of the following strategies can help identify fake news?

B) Checking the author's credentials and sources

A) Trusting all news shared by friends

C) Believing news that aligns with your opinions

D) Ignoring news from unfamiliar sources

In the context of fake news, what does the term 'clickbait' refer to?

B) A misleading headline designed to attract clicks

How can fake news impact public opinion?

B) It can reinforce existing beliefs and spread misinformation

A) It has no impact on public opinion

C) It always leads to positive changes in society

D) It is only a concern for politicians

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What are some possible results of fake news? Check all that apply.

embarrassment and strain on international relations

misinformed people

confusion and/or panic

inability to discuss facts surrounding current events

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What are the reasons for fake news? Choose the 2 best answers.

To earn revenue

To embarrass public figures

To fulfill a social agenda

To expose government secrets

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When did the term 'fake news' become popular?

During the 2015 presidential election

During the 2016 presidential election

During Barack Obama's presidency

After Joe Biden became president

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One of the prime sources of fake news is

Legit news channels

Social media

My friends facebook page

BBC news

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False or fabricated information presented by the media as truth.

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Body

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Fake News

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Which statement best describes the relationship between the content of news stories and how they spread?

Fake news stories that closely resemble real news stories spread more quickly than wild or exciting stories

True news stories are usually more advanced and difficult to understand and are therefore shared less often.

True news stories often include repeated content that no longer interests users and are therefore not spread.

Fake news stories usually contain more exciting tales that appeal to users and are therefore spread more quickly

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Which of the following websites is generally considered a credible source for fact-checking?

Wikipedia

Snopes.com

Personal blogs

Social media posts

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Fake News

What are some possible results of fake news? Check all that apply.

What are the reasons for fake news? Choose the 2 best answers.

When did the term 'fake news' become popular?

One of the prime sources of fake news is

False or fabricated information presented by the media as truth.

Which statement best describes the relationship between the content of news stories and how they spread?

Which of the following websites is generally considered a credible source for fact-checking?

What is the first step in fact-checking information?

What is the most effective way to revise sentence 13?

If fake news is used to discredit ​ (a) news services, people might stop ​ (b) all ​ (c) and ​ (d) companies.

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