Unit 4 Test: Podcasts

(CC.5) In Episode 1, Lia says:

“We’ve all heard about Limetown. But the official story is silence.”

What does this line suggest about the credibility of the sources available to Lia?

• Lia has already spoken to Limetown survivors.

• The government has released clear facts about Limetown. 

• Public knowledge is mostly based on speculation and missing information.

• Lia is not interested in finding official sources.

(CC.6)  In Episode 2, Winona warns Lia to stop investigating and says:

“They’ll come for you. Just like they did for the others.”

How should listeners evaluate the reasoning in Winona’s statement?

• It is based on emotional manipulation and lacks specific evidence.  

• It is a credible warning backed by eyewitness testimony.

• It clearly explains what happened to the other survivors.

• It uses scientific evidence to support her claims.

(CC.5) Which of these best describes how Lia evaluates her interviewees as credible sources?

• She accepts their stories without question. 

• She checks for consistency, background, and emotional tone. 

• She always agrees with their opinions.  

• She ignores contradictions in their accounts.  

(CC.7) Which of the following is the most effective way for a student to present an argument that the collapse of Limetown was caused by human error, not technology?

• "Tech is bad.  Period."

• "People misused the tech and ignored warning signs, which led to chaos."

• "Max was a jerk."

• "I don't know what happened, but it was probably someone's fault."

(CC.4) In Episode 2, Winona believes she must stay silent to stay safe. Lia believes that silence allows injustice to continue. What is the main point of disagreement between them?

• Whether Limetown ever really existed.  

• Whether the public deserves to know what happened.

• Whether Winona should give up on her life.

• Whether Lia is a good journalist.

(CC.4) Lia often reflects on the emotional toll her investigation is taking. After hearing survivor stories, she wonders if telling the truth is worth the pain it causes. What does this reveal about Lia’s perspective?

• She is fully committed to publishing at all costs. 

• She only cares about fame. 

• She's weighing ethical concerns and considering multiple sides. 

• She believes the survivors are all lying. 

(CC.6) In Episode 3, Lia encounters a former Limetown employee who claims to have inside information. What should Lia do to verify the credibility of this source?

• Immediately publish the information.

• Ignore the source as unreliable.

• Cross-check the details with other sources and evidence.

• Accept the information without question.

(CC.4) Lia is faced with a moral dilemma when she discovers sensitive information that could harm individuals if released. What is the best course of action for her?

• Ignore the information and continue her investigation.

• Destroy the information to protect those involved.

• Fact check the information and consult with legal experts before releasing the information.

• Release the information to the public immediately.

(CC.4) In Episode 4, Lia finds a document that contradicts the official narrative of Limetown. How should she proceed with this new evidence?

• Investigate further to confirm the document's claims.

• Dismiss the document as a forgery.

• Publish the document without further verification.

• Confront the authorities with the document immediately.

(CC.6) What is the best approach for Lia to take when she receives a tip from an anonymous source?

• Share the tip with other journalists without verification.

• Publish the tip immediately to gain public attention.

• Dismiss the tip as unreliable due to anonymity.

• Verify the tip with multiple sources before taking action.