breaking news

What should you be mindful of when big news breaks?

• The speed of information

• Misleading and bogus content

• The popularity of the news

• The number of sources reporting it

Why do bad actors capitalize on breaking news situations?

• To provide accurate information

• To spread sensationalized or false content

• To support public opinion

• To help news organizations

What is often the best defense against misinformation?

• Ignoring all news

• A quick internet search

• Relying on social media

• Trusting only one source

What should you do if a social media post lacks links or evidence?

• Share it immediately

• Approach with caution

• Trust it completely

• Ignore it

What is important when seeking out news from credible sources?

• Relying on social media algorithms

• Following professional journalists

• Ignoring all news updates

• Trusting only viral news

What is a strong signal of a news source's commitment to accuracy?

• Correcting errors promptly and transparently

• Publishing news quickly

• Having a large audience

• Using sensational headlines

What should you look for in credible news sources?

• Ethical guidelines and standards

• Popularity on social media

• Number of articles published

• Amount of advertising

What is the role of misinformation during natural disasters?

• To provide accurate updates

• To advance certain narratives

• To help emergency services

• To calm the public

What is a common issue with visuals in breaking news?

• They are always accurate

• They are often repurposed out of context

• They are never used

• They are always ignored

What should you do to verify claims in a news report?

• Trust the first report you see

• Make sure the link supports claims in the original post

• Ignore the evidence

• Share it without checking