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WorksheetsAAW semester 1 - Media ethics and social media
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is "fake news"?
News that is published in a newspaper
News that is intentionally false or misleading
News that is only available online
News that is broadcasted on television
Which of the following is a common result of spreading misinformation on social media?
Increased trust in media
Improved public knowledge
Public confusion and panic
Enhanced critical thinking
What was the main issue in the Tinker v. Des Moines lawsuit?
Freedom of speech in schools
The right to privacy online
The regulation of social media platforms
The ethics of digital advertising
What was the outcome of the Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier case?
Schools can censor student newspapers
Students have unrestricted freedom of speech
Social media platforms must regulate content
Journalists can publish any information
What role does social media play in the spread of misinformation?
It prevents misinformation
It amplifies misinformation
It only spreads verified news
It has no impact on misinformation
What is a potential risk of using social media as a primary news source?
Access to diverse perspectives
Exposure to unverified information
Instant updates on events
Connection with journalists
What is the significance of the Tinker v. Des Moines case for student rights?
It limited student speech
It upheld student free speech rights
It banned social media in schools
It required uniforms in schools
What was a key issue in the Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier case?
The right to publish without censorship
The legality of social media use in schools
The ethics of online advertising
The speed of internet access in schools
How can social media users verify the authenticity of news?
By checking multiple reputable sources
By relying on a single source
By trusting all shared content
By ignoring all news
What is a common ethical dilemma faced by digital journalists?
Choosing which social media platform to use
Balancing speed with accuracy
Deciding on website design
Selecting advertising partners
What should you do if you see a friend sharing fake news online?
Publicly call them out on social media.
Ignore it to avoid conflict.
Privately message them to discuss the credibility of the information.
Share the news to see what others think about it.
Who is Stephen Glass?
A former journalist known for fabricating stories
A political analyst and commentator
A renowned journalist known for his investigative reporting
A famous author of science fiction novels
What was the consequence of Stephen Glass's actions in journalism?
He won a Pulitzer Prize
He was promoted to editor-in-chief
He was fired and discredited
He became a successful novelist
Which publication was primarily affected by Stephen Glass's fabricated stories?
The Wall Street Journal
The New Republic
The Washington Post
The New York Times
What is an "Eggcorn"?
What is the inverted pyramid style in news writing?
A format that focuses on the writer's personal story
A structure that begins with the most important information
A method of writing that starts with the least important information
A style that uses complex language and jargon
What app is this?
Flickr
Nintendo
What app is this?
Tik Tok
Quora
What is the most important thing to ask yourself before posting on social media?
Will this make me more popular?
Did I check my spelling?
Am I okay with everyone I know seeing this?
Will my friends think this is funny?
Which App was originally meant for sharing photos from Cellphone cameras?
Snapchat
X (Twitter)
