Why is it important to be cautious when reading news online?

Evaluating Trustworthiness of Online News

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Mia Campbell
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Because all online news is false.
Because online news is only for entertainment.
Because online news can be distracting and misleading.
Because online news is always accurate.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you always check to ensure you're on the correct webpage?
The color of the webpage.
The length of the article.
The number of ads on the page.
The URL of the webpage.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can headlines be misleading?
They can exaggerate or differ from the article content.
They always provide accurate information.
They are always written by the author of the article.
They never change over time.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a byline in a news article?
The headline of the article.
The writer's name.
The section of the newspaper.
The publication date.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to check for a byline and date in an article?
To determine the number of comments.
To see how many images are included.
To find out the length of the article.
To ensure the article is trustworthy.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you be cautious of when viewing images or videos in news articles?
They can sometimes be misleading or exaggerated.
They are always accurate.
They are always sponsored content.
They are never related to the article.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is sponsored content?
Content that is always factual.
The comments section of the article.
Links to other websites that may be promotional.
The main content of the article.
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