Fake News Headline Spotting Quiz
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Which of the following is an example of fake news mentioned in the text?

  • Snopes
  • Erectile dysfunction treatments
  • Free Caribbean cruises
  • The Political Insider (correct)

    • What is the main topic of the text?

  • The 2016 election
  • The history of the internet
  • How to fact-check news articles
  • The dangers of fake news (correct)

    • Why might people believe fake news articles?

  • They are sponsored by social media platforms
  • They are written by reputable journalists
  • They are highly ranked in search results
  • They are shared by trusted individuals (correct)

    • What does Snopes do?

    <p>Fact-check information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the spread of hoax news posts increase significantly?

    <p>Before the 2016 election</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of fake news mentioned in the text?

    <p>The text mentions bogus information sites that masquerade as real news, such as The Political Insider.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might people believe fake news articles?

    <p>People might believe fake news articles because they are shared by people they trust and rank high in search results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of hoaxes are common on the web?

    <p>Common hoaxes on the web include get-rich-quick schemes, free Caribbean cruises, and erectile dysfunction treatments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the spread of fake news?

    <p>The term used to describe the spread of fake news is 'fake news.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which website maintains a comprehensive list of fake news?

    <p>Snopes, a fact-checking site, maintains a comprehensive list of fake news.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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