Credible Sources Online Quiz

What is one of the first indicators of a website's credibility?

• The number of advertisements

• The color scheme of the website

• The length of the articles

• The name of the website

Why is it important to check the author's credentials?

• To ensure the author is famous

• To see if the author has a social media presence

• To verify the author's expertise in the subject

• To find out the author's favorite color

What does a '.edu' domain indicate?

• An educational institution

• A government website

• A non-profit organization

• A commercial website

Which domain is typically associated with government websites?

• .com

• .org

• .gov

• .net

Why is it important to check the publication date of an article?

• To determine the website's traffic

• To see if the article is popular

• To find out the author's age

• To ensure the information is up-to-date

What is a sign that a website might not be well-maintained?

• It has a modern design

• It contains dead links

• It has a lot of images

• It loads quickly

Why is Wikipedia not considered a credible source?

• It is not popular

• It is too expensive

• It can be edited by anyone

• It has too many ads

What should you do to ensure the accuracy of information?

• Rely on a single source

• Ignore the publication date

• Use multiple sources

• Only use sources from social media

What aspect of a website can indicate its credibility?

• The number of videos

• The number of pop-ups

• The website's design and lack of errors

• The length of the homepage

What is a recommended resource for finding credible information?

• Social media platforms

• Video streaming sites

• Personal blogs

• Online library resources