News and Journalism Basics

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What is the main focus of information published in newspapers and broadcast on radio and television?

Journal

Main idea

Facts

News (correct)

In the context provided, which statement represents a fact?

It is abundant in marine life.

It lies about 230 kilometers from the Philippines. (correct)

The island is perfect for a security outpost.

Fishermen, soldiers, residents and foreigners all have a story to tell about Scarborough Shoal.

What should be valid and reasonable when identifying an opinion?

Source

Bias

Bases (correct)

Fallacies

Which element can ruin the friendship between countries, according to the text?

Claims about an island Signup and view all the answers

What helps determine how true a statement is, according to the text?

Facts and opinions Signup and view all the answers

What activity is suggested as a way to differentiate between facts and opinions?

Using thumbs up or thumbs down Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the text is the main point of the writer?

Main idea Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects actual things that are provable and measurable according to the text?

Fact Signup and view all the answers

What is the relevance of the facts and opinions presented by the writer?

They should align with the writer's main idea Signup and view all the answers

Which group of individuals are mentioned as having stories about Scarborough Shoal?

Fishermen, soldiers, residents, and foreigners Signup and view all the answers

What did the Chinese eventually do at Scarborough Shoal according to the text?

Build a military post Signup and view all the answers

What led to further Chinese advancements over Filipinos according to the text?

Harassments and advancements Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point or idea of the writer based on the given information?

Scarborough Shoal is rich in marine life. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is NOT relevant to the line 'What makes this small ring of reefs a piece of last slice of cake?'

The island is perfect for a security outpost. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is relevant to the line 'These three main reasons on claiming the island ruined the friendship of Philippines and China'?

When the dispute was brought to an international tribunal and the decision was ignored by China, this behavior started many other harassments and advancements of Chinese over Filipinos. Signup and view all the answers

What makes the writer's statement 'Philippines claims this as its territory because of its location' true?

It lies about 230 kilometers from the Philippines. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what aspect of Scarborough Shoal contributes to the dispute between the Philippines and China?

Strategic location near the Philippines. Signup and view all the answers

Why did ignoring the international tribunal's decision worsen the relationship between the Philippines and China?

It led to further advancements and harassments by China over Filipinos. Signup and view all the answers

What do supporting details in a text typically do?

Support the main point or idea Signup and view all the answers

Which type of content is described as a personal belief or judgment that lacks proof?

Opinion Signup and view all the answers

How can the truthfulness of ideas be best determined?

Facts Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, where can statistics and data with unknown sources typically be found?

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Which website listed is most likely to provide information about geography and culture?

KidsKonnect Signup and view all the answers

'Top 10 Must Know Facts About Bay Area Trust and Will Trials' would most likely be found on which website?

California Inheritance Attorneys | Trust and Will Litigation Law Firm Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided text, which activity includes a fact that can be verified?

Activity 2, Statement 1 Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects an opinion rather than a fact?

Activity 2, Statement 4 Signup and view all the answers

In the text, which activity and statement both present facts?

Activity 1, Statement 5 Signup and view all the answers

Which statement from Activity 1 is most likely to be considered an opinion?

Statement 1 Signup and view all the answers

Which activity has a statement that directly involves a dispute between two countries?

Activity 2 Signup and view all the answers

Which activity and statement from the text indicate a positive fact?

Activity 1, Statement 3 Signup and view all the answers