Media Literacy Quiz

What is media bias?

• The use of sensational headlines

• The presentation of news in a partial or prejudiced manner

• The inclusion of advertisements in news articles

• The use of technical jargon in news reports

What does the term "byline" refer to in newspaper terminology?

• The headline of an article

• The author's name and credentials

• The first paragraph of an article

• The date of publication

Which of the following is a role of social media in modern journalism?

• Printing newspapers

• Broadcasting radio shows

• Disseminating news quickly and widely

• Regulating television content

What is "fake news"?

• News that is outdated

• News that is fabricated or misleading

• News that is published in tabloids

• News that is difficult to understand

Which organisation is responsible for regulating broadcast media content in the UK?

• BBC

• Ofcom

• ITV

• Sky News

What is a "tabloid" newspaper?

• A newspaper that focuses on serious news

• A newspaper that focuses on sensational and celebrity news

• A newspaper that is published weekly

• A newspaper that is only available online

What is the impact of fake news on society?

• It increases public trust in media

• It can mislead and misinform the public

• It has no significant impact

• It improves the quality of journalism

What does the term "editorial" refer to in a newspaper?

• A news report

• An opinion piece written by the editorial team

• A classified advertisement

• A weather forecast

Which of the following is a characteristic of a broadsheet newspaper?

• Focus on sensational news

• Large format and in-depth reporting

• Short articles and large images

• Focus on sports news

How can social media contribute to the spread of fake news?

• By providing accurate information

• By allowing rapid sharing of unverified information

• By regulating content strictly

• By promoting only credible sources