Grade 8 -3 ICT PrepQuiz

Kaleb was browsing the internet and noticed that he kept seeing articles and videos that matched his opinions. He wondered, what are filter bubbles?

• A type of online scam

• A way to see only what you already agree with online

• A system for blocking spam

• A way to clean your computer

James often finds that the articles and videos recommended to him online seem to align perfectly with his interests. He wonders, what creates a filter bubble online?

• Antivirus software

• Computer viruses

• Algorithms that track your activity

• Social media games

Ava and James often browse the internet for news and information. However, they notice that their social media feeds only show them articles that align with their existing beliefs. Which of the following is a DANGER of filter bubbles?

• You see a variety of opinions

• You get more accurate news

• You miss important information or other perspectives

• You save money online

Aiden wants to stay informed about current events, but he notices that he only reads articles from one news website. He wonders, which of these is a good way for him to avoid being stuck in a filter bubble?

• Only reading one website

• Using incognito mode and reading multiple sources

• Ignoring new information

• Following only his friends' social media pages

Emanuelle is reading an article about climate change. What is a sign that the article might be biased?

• It uses lots of emotional words like “disaster” or “everyone agrees”

• It shows both sides of a story

• It lists expert sources and data

• It has calm and balanced language

Kaleb came across an online article claiming that a new study has proven a popular health trend to be effective. However, he is unsure whether the article is trustworthy. What should he do?

• Share it immediately

• Assume it’s true if it has a lot of likes

• Fact-check it on a reliable website like Snopes or Reuters

• Only read the headline and move on

Charlie-Rose is researching climate change for her school project. Why is it important for her to read from multiple sources online?

• To understand different points of view and avoid bias

• Because websites want more visitors

• To get bored with the same news

• To finish reading faster

Aiden often uses social media to stay updated on current events. However, he notices that the news articles and posts he sees are mostly from sources that align with his views. What is an unintended consequence of filter bubbles?

• They help users find exactly what they are looking for more quickly.

• They expose users to new perspectives and diverse viewpoints

• They create a personalized experience but may reinforce biases by limiting exposure to

• They improve internet security by filtering out potential cyber threats.

Aliya watches gaming videos every day on YouTube. After a while, YouTube mostly recommends more gaming videos and no other topics. What is happening to Aliya?

• She is getting smarter

• YouTube is broken

• She is being hacked

• She is stuck in a filter bubble

Aiden keeps seeing posts online that say, “Social media is evil and destroys lives.” He feels worried but notices there are no facts, just opinions. What should Aiden think about this post?

• It is probably unbiased because it looks serious

• It must be true because it’s scary

• It is likely biased and opinion-based

• It’s okay because everyone is sharing it