Is Russian Fake News Trying to Destabilise The UK? - TLDR News

Is Russian Fake News Trying to Destabilise The UK? - TLDR News

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the division in the UK over various issues and introduces the concept of fake news. It defines fake news as false or inaccurate information and provides examples of fake news in the UK, including claims about Brexit and the Salisbury attack. The origins of these fake news stories are traced back to Russia, specifically the GRU. The video highlights the impact and intentions behind fake news, emphasizing its role in destabilizing countries and intensifying tensions, particularly between the US and UK.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the introduction section regarding fake news?

The role of fake news in sports

The definition and importance of identifying fake news

The history of fake news in ancient times

The impact of fake news on global warming

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which platform was mentioned as a source of fake news related to Brexit?

Instagram

LinkedIn

Facebook

Snapchat

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the fake news claim about Gavin Williamson?

He was planning a new defense strategy

He supported Brexit

He tweeted about the real IRA supplying nerve agents

He resigned from his position

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country's intelligence agency is identified as a source of fake news?

China

Russia

Iran

North Korea

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the fake tweet attributed to Marco Rubio about?

A natural disaster

A sports event

British intelligence using deepfakes

A new trade agreement

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate objective of spreading fake news according to the report?

To improve international trade

To promote global peace

To support environmental causes

To intensify tensions between countries

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does fake news pose to global trust?

It strengthens international alliances

It creates confusion about whom to trust

It makes it easier to verify information

It enhances cultural exchange