What are the different types of fake news?
News, Information and Problems of False Information

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8th Grade
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Hard

Paul Noone
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
satire or parody, misleading content, fabricated content, false context, and manipulated content
rumors, clickbait, propaganda
hoaxes, conspiracy theories, doctored images
misinformation, exaggerated content, biased content
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can fact-checking methods help in combating false information?
Fact-checking methods can identify and correct false information
Fact-checking methods can verify the accuracy of claims and statements, counter misinformation, and promote truth and accuracy in public discourse.
Fact-checking methods can increase public awareness about the importance of accurate information
Fact-checking methods can reduce the spread of misinformation by providing reliable sources
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does social media play in spreading false information?
Social media has no impact on the spread of false information.
Social media only spreads true information.
False information is not spread through social media.
Social media enables the rapid and wide dissemination of false information.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the consequences of false information on society?
False information has no impact on society.
False information promotes transparency and accountability.
False information fosters unity and cooperation in society.
False information can lead to misinformation, confusion, distrust, and harm to individuals and communities.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is media literacy education important in the age of false information?
Media literacy education is not important in the age of false information because false information does not have a significant impact on society.
Media literacy education is important in the age of false information because it helps individuals become better consumers of media.
Media literacy education is important in the age of false information because it equips individuals with the skills to critically analyze and evaluate media messages.
Media literacy education is not important in the age of false information because people can easily distinguish between true and false information.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of fake news presents false information as satire or humor?
spoof
hoax
parody
satire
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are some common fact-checking techniques used by journalists?
Verifying sources, cross-referencing information, conducting interviews, analyzing data, and consulting experts.
Ignoring conflicting evidence and viewpoints
Relying solely on personal opinions and biases
Using social media as the primary source of information
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