WorksheetsMisInformation PreAssessment
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 5mins
Common types/examples of fake news are
twisted facts
fake quotes by real people
conspiracy theories
social media posts
In relation to disinformation, a bot is
a computer generated account that can post & interact with others
an acronym to communicate to others to "focus"
a computer generated search engine for hoaxes
a machine designed "robot"
An outrageous, crazy exaggeration used for effect and not meant to be taken seriously
hoax
false claim
cherry pick
hyperbole
Taking complex information and breaking it down to the point that it is no longer accurate
oversimplify
hyperbole
skepticism
triangulate
select misleading details from complex studies and reports that support a certain position
convey a neutral stance
oversimplify
fact checking
cherry pick
when a reader questions information they agree with and accepts accurate information they may disagree with
healthy skepticism
fact checking
cherry pick
manipulated content
false information meant to fool, entertain or mock, but can be harmful
hyperbole
satire
false content
fabricated content
ways to combat misinformation -choose all that apply
using common sense
doing some fact checking
insert into your feed to expose the misinformation
"lateral reading" internet searches
This and the following 3 questions ask you to analyze the type of appeal or aim of the disinformation/fake news. What about this one?
Discredit
Trolling
Emotion
Conspiracy
Type of Misinformation/Fake News?
Discredit
Polarization
Discredit
Impersonation
Type of Misinformation/Fake News?
Discredit
Impersonation
Emotion
Conspiracy
Type of Misinformation/Fake News?
(terrorist Osama Bin laden on the left.)
Discredit
Impersonation
Trolling
Emotion
What is an internet troll?
posts inflammatory content to provoke or harrass
business hire who "vets" or posts positive ads
"trolls" others social media posts
"trolls" or searches for specific racial content
How to tell if a news item might be fake? (may have more than one answer)
It leads with a conspiracy theory
when it contains confusing content
Which of these would make you think a source is not trustworthy?
You don't recognize the author's name
You disagree with the content of the article
There are no links to sources or evidence
there aren't any images
What is the difference between misinformation and disinformation?
Misinformation may be true or accurate, while disinformation is a total lie.
Misinformation is false information that is not intended to harm while disinformation is false information that is intended to harm.
Disinformation is true information while misinformation is widely beileved but may not be accurate.
There is almost no difference between the two.
Where is a good place to go to check if something is true?
Fact-checker sites like snopes.com or politifact.com
Facebook or other respected social media site
An opinion article on the internet
a media outlet home page
An article from PYongYang News highlights the positives of North Korean rullng party & refutes labor camps
An example of factual reporting
An example of an op-ed piece
An example of the cultural norms of the country
An example of propaganda
Which of the following would be considered clickbait: (select all that apply)
"Stranger does act of kindness. You won't believe what happens next."
"How to get a gym body without going to the gym!"
"You won't believe what Lebron James just said!"
"CDC reports that proper handwashing is the key to remaining healthy."
If you saw this advertisement on a website, how would it affect your view of the website?
Probably more trustworthy
Probably less trustworthy
it wouldn't matter
website must have a medical sponsor
What is it when a writer or speaker reveals that he or she strongly favors a certain side?
may or may not be factual
an informed opinion
supported claims
a bias
