Fake Emails, Robocalls And Texts Target Voters Ahead Of Election Day

Fake Emails, Robocalls And Texts Target Voters Ahead Of Election Day

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Social Studies

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The video discusses the risks of voting by mail, highlighting how personal information can be used in public databases and how voters can be deceived through robo calls, fake messages, and emails. It explores the tactics used to target voters, especially in swing states, and the role of disinformation during protests. The video also addresses the spread of false information post-election and the challenges posed by corrupted communication channels.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way that personal information from mail-in voting can be misused?

It can be sold to marketing companies.

It can be used to track down old warrants.

It can be shared with foreign governments.

It can be used to create fake social media profiles.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group was falsely implicated in sending threatening emails to voters in Florida and Alaska?

Anonymous

Black Lives Matter

Proud Boys

Antifa

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the false claim made in text messages investigated in Oklahoma?

Mail-in ballots were not accepted.

Election date had been postponed.

Polling location had changed.

Voter registration had been canceled.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the 85,000 robocalls arranged by two Conservative operatives?

To provide information on polling locations.

To warn about potential arrest and forced vaccinations.

To promote a political candidate.

To encourage early voting.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern about the use of text messaging by states?

It is too expensive for widespread use.

It can be corrupted and used for disinformation.

It is not a reliable form of communication.

It can be easily hacked by foreign entities.