CLEAN : Americans weigh in on whether US media is biased

CLEAN : Americans weigh in on whether US media is biased

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses the bias in media, highlighting how it often serves as propaganda rather than true news. It critiques the media's role in politics, particularly in defining political leadership, and examines the concept of fake news, arguing that while media can be biased, it often reports accurately. The video also explores the media's generally negative perception of President Trump, acknowledging the reasons behind this sentiment.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe is the primary focus of the media?

Delivering unbiased news

Promoting educational content

Supporting political candidates

Generating profit and propaganda

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what mistake has the media made regarding political influence?

Supporting all political parties equally

Trying to define who can be president

Ignoring political events

Avoiding political discussions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the media's bias?

Only biased against President Trump

Completely unbiased

Biased towards all political figures

Biased both for and against certain figures

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's opinion on the 'fake news' claims?

They are ignored by the media

They are supported by all media outlets

They are ridiculous

They are justified

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker think the media generally dislikes President Trump?

Due to his popularity

Due to his economic policies

Because of his offensive statements

Because he supports the media