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Fact or Fiction

Authored by Rebecca Zipser

Social Studies

9th Grade

Fact or Fiction
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Why is using reliable sources important?

To clarify your understanding of the topic.

To find other people who think like you do.

So you can be sure you are providing the whole truth.

To prove that you're right and everyone who disagrees with you is wrong.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

What lowers an author's reliability?

If they are trying to persuade or convince the audience.

If they are writing to inform the audience.

If they are writing to educate the audience.

If they present both sides of the issue.

3.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

How can you avoid using unreliable sources?

Look for newspapers, magazines, and organizations that have good reputations.

Make sure the author is an expert on the topic.

Verify your information by using more than one source.

Look only for sources that support what you believe.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is the first step in fact-checking an online source?

Share the information with friends to get their opinion.

Check the publication date of the information.

Look for the same information on social media.

Immediately trust the source if it appears professional.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which of the following is a reliable indicator of a trustworthy source?

The website has a lot of advertisements.

The author's credentials are clearly stated and relevant.

The article is very popular on social media.

The website design is very attractive.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important to check multiple sources when fact-checking?

It takes less time than checking one source.

To compare the information for consistency and accuracy.

Because all sources say the same thing.

To find the source with the most interesting presentation.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What does it mean if a source is biased?

The source provides information based on facts only.

The source presents information in a neutral and impartial manner.

The source shows preference or prejudice towards a particular viewpoint.

The source is widely recognized and popular.

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