How false information spreads

What is circular reporting?

• Reports based on primary evidence

• Reports based on other reports

• Reports verified by experts

• Reports with multiple sources

What animal was mistakenly identified in the example given?

• A lion

• A coati

• An aardvark

• A kangaroo

What is the role of Wikipedia in circular reporting?

• It verifies all information

• It can be a source of false information

• It only contains factual data

• It prevents misinformation

What is the consequence of circular reporting as discussed?

• It leads to more accurate information

• It spreads false information

• It reduces the number of sources

• It improves journalistic standards

What is an example of circular reporting mentioned in the text?

• The Brazilian aardvark.

• The American eagle.

• The Australian kangaroo.

• The Canadian moose.

What false claim about vaccines is discussed in the text?

• Vaccines cause diabetes.

• Vaccines cause autism.

• Vaccines cause allergies.

• Vaccines cause cancer.

What should people do to ensure the information they read is true?

• Trust all online sources.

• Check the original source.

• Ignore all media reports.

• Only use Wikipedia.

What is a consequence of the false vaccine claims mentioned in the text?

• Increase in childhood obesity.

• Increase in childhood diabetes.

• Increase in childhood diseases like measles.

• Increase in childhood allergies.

What is a challenge in verifying information according to the text?

• Lack of internet access.

• Desire for quick information.

• Too many reliable sources.

• Overabundance of books.

What should people do if they are unsure about the validity of information?

• Ignore it completely.

• Share it widely.

• Look into it further.

• Assume it is false.