Checking

What is the main takeaway from the example of fact-checking Steve S.'s tweet?

• Only trust tweets from friends.

• Always trust tweets from verified accounts.

• Check the evidence and multiple sources before believing a claim.

• Ignore all tweets about environmental issues.

Which letter represents where you find the check number?

• B

• C

• D

• E

Which letter represents where you would write out in numbers the amount of your check.

• C

• D

• E

• F

What is the primary purpose of fact-checking in journalism?

• To entertain readers with interesting stories

• To verify the accuracy of information before publication

• To increase the number of articles published

• To promote a specific political agenda

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a reliable source?

• It is frequently updated with new information

• It is endorsed by a celebrity

• It provides evidence and references for its claims

• It has a large number of followers on social media

What is the role of a fact-checker in a news organization?

• To write opinion pieces

• To ensure the factual accuracy of news reports

• To manage the social media accounts

• To conduct interviews with celebrities

Why is it important to check multiple sources when verifying a fact?

• To find the most entertaining version of the story

• To ensure a balanced and comprehensive understanding

• To increase the length of the article

• To make the story more dramatic

What is a common method used in fact-checking?

• Relying on a single source

• Cross-referencing information with multiple sources

• Ignoring contradictory evidence

• Using anonymous sources

Which of the following is an example of a primary source?

• A newspaper article summarizing a study

• A government report

• A blog post about a historical event

• A social media post

What is the significance of transparency in fact-checking?

• It helps build trust with the audience

• It makes the process more complicated

• It allows for more creative storytelling

• It reduces the need for evidence