Practice - Sources of Bias
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Practice Questions
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What is one example of personal experience bias?
💡 Hint: Think of how experiences shape opinions.
Name a key factor that can influence an author's biases.
💡 Hint: Consider beliefs regarding government and politics.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does bias typically indicate in non-fiction writing?
💡 Hint: Think about how experiences shape viewpoints.
True or False: An author's political affiliation can lead to biased representations.
💡 Hint: Consider how political beliefs shape opinions.
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Challenge Problems
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Choose a contemporary non-fiction article and dissect it by identifying and explaining at least three different bias sources present.
💡 Hint: Consider the author’s background and their intended audience.
Assess how bias might impact your own writing when discussing a topic you feel strongly about. Reflect on strategies to mitigate this bias.
💡 Hint: Are there any terms/voices you might inadvertently overlook?
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