Fake News

Which of the following best defines circular reporting?

• When different publications report the same false information, making it appear credible.

• When a journalist checks multiple sources before publishing a story.

• When governments regulate media for accuracy.

• When social media platforms block misinformation.

What is one way to avoid circular reporting?

• Relying only on social media for news

• Cross-checking sources before spreading information

• Avoiding news altogether

• Believing everything published online

Fabricated evidence means that it is 100% true and verified.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Fake news can influence people’s opinions and even elections.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Pseudoscientific beliefs are based on strong scientific evidence.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is one characteristic of sensationalist news?

• It always presents only verified facts.

• It makes events seem more exciting or shocking than they really are.

• It is always written in a neutral tone.

• It never contains any opinions.

What is the meaning of Mark Twain’s quote: "A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes"?

• Social media prevents fake news from spreading.

• Only journalists can determine the truth.

• Lies spread faster than truth.

• Lies and truth spread at the same speed.

Which adjective means "mistakenly believed to be based on scientific method"?

• Fabricated

• Impartial

• Sensationalist

• Pseudoscientific

Checking multiple sources can help verify the accuracy of news.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Social media plays no role in spreading fake news.

• TRUE

• FALSE