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Fake News and Information Disorder

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What is the aim of fake news?

To support charitable causes

To entertain readers

To provide accurate information

To damage the reputation of a person or entity (correct)

When was the term 'fake news' first used?

In the 1890s (correct)

In the 2000s

In the 1990s

In the 1800s

What does disinformation involve?

Spreading true information with the intention to inform

Spreading information without any particular intent

Spreading information for entertainment purposes

Spreading false information with harmful intent (correct)

What has contributed to the prevalence of fake news in recent times?

<p>Rise of social media, especially Facebook News Feed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are researchers beginning to favor the term 'information disorder'?

<p>Because it is more neutral and informative</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Fake News

The primary aim of fake news is to deceive and manipulate people's perceptions and opinions.

History of Fake News

The term 'fake news' was first used in the 1890s, but it gained significant attention during the 2016 US presidential election.

Disinformation

Disinformation involves the deliberate spread of false or misleading information to influence public opinion or achieve a specific agenda.

Prevalence of Fake News

The widespread use of social media, coupled with the proliferation of online news sources and the 24-hour news cycle, has contributed to the prevalence of fake news in recent times.

Information Disorder

Researchers are shifting towards using the term 'information disorder' instead of 'fake news' because it encompasses a broader range of issues, including disinformation, misinformation, and mal-information.

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Test your knowledge about fake news, hoaxes, propaganda, and disinformation presented as news. Learn about the history and impact of fake news and how to identify it.