Understanding Facts, Opinions, and Bias in Media

What was notable about last night's Hollywood Awards ceremony?

• It was the shortest ceremony ever.

• It was the most controversial ceremony.

• It was the longest ceremony ever.

• It was the least attended ceremony.

Which of the following is a fact?

• Canaries make better pets than ostriches.

• Birds have wings.

• Humans have wings.

• Ostriches are more exciting than canaries.

What is an opinion?

• A statement that can be proven true or false.

• A statement based on the speaker's beliefs.

• A statement that is always false.

• A statement that is always true.

How can opinions be supported?

• By ignoring facts.

• By using unrelated information.

• By backing them up with facts.

• By repeating them often.

What does the term 'bias' refer to in media?

• Reporting news without any evidence.

• Avoiding any form of opinion.

• Slanting facts to reflect an opinion.

• Presenting only facts without opinions.

Which word is a red flag indicating an opinion?

• Rarely

• Always

• Occasionally

• Sometimes

What is an example of bias in a school dress code article?

• Listing all the dress code rules.

• Describing the history of dress codes.

• Only presenting the policy's benefits.

• Including interviews with both supporters and opponents.

Why is bias sometimes unavoidable?

• Because it is difficult to cover all topics equally.

• Because all media is biased.

• Because opinions are more interesting than facts.

• Because facts are not always available.

What can a textbook's focus on certain topics indicate?

• A comprehensive coverage of all subjects.

• An unbiased presentation of information.

• A subtle reflection of the author's opinions.

• A lack of information on the subject.

What is the main takeaway about media bias?

• It is only present in entertainment news.

• It is sometimes unavoidable and can be subtle.

• It can be completely avoided.

• It is always intentional.