Freshmen Seminar Midterm Exam

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What are the potential negative impacts of excessive online time?

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It can hurt your friendships, grades, and mental health.

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Potential negative impacts of excessive online time?

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It can hurt your friendships, grades, and mental health.

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What is the most effective way to create a strong password?

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A mix of letters, numbers, and symbols you'll remember

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Which of the following is NOT a sign that content is biased? Options: The author has a lot of experience in the topic., The author lists evidence., The author makes money in a connected area., The author uses academic language.

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The author uses academic language.

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What is the BEST sign that information is accurate?

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All of the above: Statistics are included, Research is referenced, Sources are cited.

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Why can it be hard to get accurate information from social media?

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Social media sites often prioritize engagement over accuracy. It's easy for anyone to post content without verifying it. Social media algorithms can amplify misinformation.

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What is the BEST way to identify sponsored content online?

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All of the above: It says 'sponsored content' somewhere, it says 'ad' somewhere, it's paid for by a person or company.

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If you're unsure if something is true, what should you do?

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Research the information.

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What indicates that an author may have a bias in their writing?

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The author is financially connected to the topic.

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When using social media as a source of information, what should you be cautious about?

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It can be difficult to distinguish between fact and opinion.