What is the definition of misinformation?
Week 3 Quiz Hoax Fake Information

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Sonya Salinas
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Accurate information shared widely
False or misleading information spread unintentionally
Information verified by experts
Data collected from reliable sources
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is one consequence of spreading misinformation online?
Increased trust in media
Improved critical thinking skills
Confusion and misunderstanding
Enhanced knowledge sharing
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is lateral reading?
Reading a text from left to right
Reading multiple sources to verify information
Reading a book from start to finish
Reading only the headlines of articles
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How can lateral reading help in verifying information online?
By focusing on a single source
By comparing information across different sources
By ignoring contradictory information
By relying on social media opinions
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why is it important to explore the consequences of misinformation?
To promote misinformation
To understand its impact on society
To ignore false information
To increase online engagement
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What strategy can be used to verify the accuracy of information online?
Lateral reading
Vertical reading
Skimming
Scanning
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common result of not verifying information online?
Increased knowledge
Spread of misinformation
Improved accuracy
Enhanced critical thinking
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