Fake News and Media Bias Terminology

What is an Ad Hominem attack?

• A type of logical reasoning

• A way to summarize arguments

• A method of data analysis

• A personal attack on an individual

What are Anonymous Sources?

• Sources that are always verified

• Sources that are always reliable

• Citing unnamed individuals as evidence

• Sources that provide too much information

What does Cherry-picking refer to?

• Collecting data from multiple sources

• Selecting all available data

• Choosing the best fruits

• Ignoring contradictory evidence

What is Clickbait?

• A form of academic writing

• A method of data collection

• Sensational headlines designed to attract clicks

• A type of online advertisement

What is Emotionally Charged Language?

• Language that is always factual

• Words intended to provoke strong emotions

• Language used in scientific reports

• Neutral language without bias

What does Fabrication mean?

• Summarizing true events

• Making a valid argument

• Presenting false information as factual

• Creating a new idea

What is Framing in media?

• Presenting information neutrally

• Emphasizing a particular angle or interpretation

• Summarizing facts accurately

• Collecting data from various sources

What is Imposter Content?

• Genuine news articles

• Content that is always verified

• Material falsely claiming to come from legitimate sources

• Content that is original and unique

What are Manipulated Images/Videos?

• Images that are always accurate

• Altered photos intended to deceive

• Videos that are educational

• Images taken from real events

What does Omission refer to?

• Presenting a balanced perspective

• Summarizing information accurately

• Leaving out critical facts or viewpoints

• Including all relevant facts