Fake news: le vrai problème, c’est nous

The video discusses the prevalence of misinformation, using examples like a hoax about sausage cakes and a conspiracy theory leading to a real-life incident. It highlights the importance of questioning information sources and describes different types of misinformation. The video concludes with strategies to identify and combat misinformation, emphasizing the responsibility of individuals in sharing accurate information.

What was the hoax about the European Union mentioned in the video?

• Increasing taxes on bread

• Changing the official language

• Banning the sale of sausage cakes

• Introducing a new currency

What led the man to attack a pizzeria in Washington?

• A financial dispute

• A misunderstanding about a food order

• A conspiracy theory about a pedophile ring

• A personal vendetta

How does the video compare misinformation to a restaurant?

• Both are trusted by the public

• Both can serve unknown and potentially harmful content

• Both provide clear and accurate information

• Both are regulated by strict guidelines

Which of the following is NOT a type of misinformation discussed?

• Fake news

• Manipulations

• Sensationalist sites

• Scientific journals

What is a common goal of sensationalist or clickbait sites?

• To promote scientific research

• To educate the public

• To generate advertising revenue

• To provide balanced information

What is the first reflex to combat misinformation?

• Ignore all information

• Assume all information is true

• Ask for evidence of sources

• Assume all information is false

Why is it important to read entire articles rather than just headlines?

• Articles contain more detailed information

• Headlines are always misleading

• Headlines are written by robots

• Articles are shorter than headlines

What does cross-checking information involve?

• Ignoring contradictory information

• Comparing information from multiple sources

• Reading the same article multiple times

• Only trusting information from social media

What is the role of individuals in combating misinformation?

• To share information without verification

• To rely solely on social media for news

• To verify and share accurate information

• To ignore all news

What should you do before sharing information online?

• Share it immediately

• Only share if it's funny

• Check the information's accuracy

• Assume it's true if it's popular