QAnon, Trump and the Election

The video explores the origins and evolution of Q Anon, a conspiracy theory that began on 4chan in 2017, claiming a deep state plot against President Trump. Despite Trump's ambiguous stance, Q Anon has gained traction, leading to real-world incidents and prompting social media platforms to limit its spread. The FBI warns of the potential for conspiracy theories to incite violence. The video also discusses the challenges of moderating misinformation online without crossing into censorship.

What platform did Q Anon initially use to spread its messages?

• 4chan

• Reddit

• Twitter

• Facebook

What is one of the main concerns about conspiracy theories in the digital age?

• They are always true

• They can incite real-world violence

• They are easy to understand

• They are supported by all governments

Which organization warned about the potential dangers of conspiracy theories?

• CIA

• FBI

• NSA

• Interpol

What incident was influenced by Q Anon beliefs, as mentioned in the transcript?

• A bank robbery

• A train derailment

• A cyber attack

• A protest march

What is a challenge faced by online platforms in dealing with Q Anon content?

• Gaining user trust

• Finding enough content to moderate

• Deciding between moderation and censorship

• Increasing platform engagement