Understanding the Impact of Fake News

Understanding the Impact of Fake News

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Journalism, Life Skills

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video discusses the dangers of fake news, highlighting the story of João Vitor, a victim of false accusations. João, an app driver, was wrongly accused of robbery, leading to social isolation. He took legal steps to clear his name and received support from his community. The video emphasizes the importance of verifying information before sharing.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue discussed in the introduction?

The importance of technology

The history of the internet

The rapid spread of fake news

The benefits of social media

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is João Vitor?

A police officer

A journalist

A teacher

A victim of false accusations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was João Vitor falsely accused of?

Hacking a computer

Robbing app-based drivers

Assaulting a pedestrian

Stealing a car

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did João Vitor do first after discovering the false accusations?

Posted on social media

Talked to the media

Went to the police station

Called his lawyer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did João Vitor feel about the false accusations?

Excited

Happy

Indifferent

Ashamed

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did João Vitor's friends and family do to help him?

Hired a private investigator

Ignored the situation

Posted his photo claiming his innocence

Moved to a new city

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is João Vitor's main message to the public?

To share information quickly

To trust all online information

To verify facts before sharing

To avoid using social media

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does João Vitor want to do after clearing his name?

Move to another country

Return to work

Walk the streets with his head held high

Start a new business

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the overall lesson from João Vitor's story?

The importance of quick sharing

The dangers of fake news

The benefits of social media

The need for more internet access