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Which of the following is a reason why fake news stories are created?
Which of the following is a reason why fake news stories are created?
- To provide accurate information to the public
- To entertain people with crazy stories
- To encourage people to click on other stories or advertisements (correct)
- To educate people about political issues
Which of the following is a tip for identifying fake news?
Which of the following is a tip for identifying fake news?
- Assume that all news stories are true
- Click on all the links in the article
- Check if the website has a variety of other stories
- Look for a clear description of the organization on the 'About' page (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of fake news websites?
Which of the following is a characteristic of fake news websites?
- They have addresses that sound like real newspapers (correct)
- They provide accurate information
- They have well-written articles
- They have a variety of real stories about other topics
What is the result of sharing fake news stories?
What is the result of sharing fake news stories?
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Why is it important to check the source of a news story?
Why is it important to check the source of a news story?
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