2.3.3.4 - Fact-Checking
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Practice Questions
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Define what fact-checking is.
💡 Hint: Think about why we need to check facts.
Give one example of what misinformation can lead to.
💡 Hint: Consider real-world examples you’ve seen online.
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What is fact-checking?
💡 Hint: Remember the main goal of checking facts.
True or False: Misinformation can only spread if intended to mislead.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of misinformation.
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Analyze a viral tweet that claims a new health study proves a specific diet cures a disease. Discuss how you would fact-check this information.
💡 Hint: Look for reliable sources and medical communities' consensus.
You see a news article claiming dramatic results from a recent environmental study. Critique the use of sensational language and how it affects the article’s credibility.
💡 Hint: What types of language can be considered 'loaded'?
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