Identifying Fake News Quiz

What is "fake news"?

• News reported by professional journalists

• False or misleading information presented as real news

• News that is published only in newspapers

• News that is reported live on television

Which of the following is a common characteristic of fake news?

• It always includes citations from trusted sources

• It is written by certified journalists

• It often uses sensational or exaggerated headlines

• It is always published in print media

What does the term "fact-checking" mean?

• Writing a news article quickly

• Sharing news on social media

• Verifying whether information is true or false

• Printing news in a newspaper

Which of the following is an example of biased language in a news headline?

• "City Council Votes on New Budget Plan"

• "Dangerous Radical Politician Destroys Economy"

• "Scientists Discover New Species of Bird"

• "Local School Wins Regional Science Fair"

What is one major way fake news spreads on social media?

• People carefully verify news before sharing it

• Social media platforms block all fake news automatically

• People share posts without checking if they are true

• Journalists post only verified news on social media

Which of the following websites is commonly known as a fact-checking website?

• Wikipedia

• Snopes

• Twitter

• Reddit

What does a "clickbait" headline do?

• Provides accurate and detailed information

• Uses boring language to inform readers

• Uses exciting or shocking language to trick people into clicking

• Summarizes a long news article fairly

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of news?

• A well-known national newspaper

• An anonymous blog with no author listed

• A government health department website

• A university research publication

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of fake news?

• Exaggerated or shocking headlines

• No author or source listed

• Information verified by multiple trusted sources

• Poor grammar and spelling errors

What does it mean when a news article uses "biased language"?

• The article uses words that are neutral and fair

• The article uses words that favor one side or opinion over another

• The article is written by two different authors

• The article contains only facts and no opinions