3.1 - News Literacy: The Informed Citizen
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of news?
💡 Hint: Think about why we turn to news sources.
Name one principle of journalistic ethics.
💡 Hint: Consider how news should be reported.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of news?
💡 Hint: Consider what you expect from news sources.
True or False: An opinion piece should always be factual and objective.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of opinions.
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Challenge Problems
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Develop a short analysis highlighting how a specific news source maintains credibility and ethical standards. Refer to specific articles to support your claims.
💡 Hint: Look for history and consistency in their reporting.
Assess the consequences of misinformation on public opinion using real-world examples. Propose solutions to improve media literacy among citizens.
💡 Hint: Think of specific events that exemplify misinformation.
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