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?

    <p>Claims about an island</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Facts and opinions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Using thumbs up or thumbs down</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Main idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Fact</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They should align with the writer's main idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Fishermen, soldiers, residents, and foreigners</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Build a military post</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Harassments and advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Scarborough Shoal is rich in marine life.</p> 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?'

    <p>The island is perfect for a security outpost.</p> 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'?

    <p>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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It lies about 230 kilometers from the Philippines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Strategic location near the Philippines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What do supporting details in a text typically do?

    <p>Support the main point or idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Opinion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the truthfulness of ideas be best determined?

    <p>Facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Free Downloadable Apk Files for Android Apps and Games</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>KidsKonnect</p> 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?

    <p>California Inheritance Attorneys | Trust and Will Litigation Law Firm</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Activity 2, Statement 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement reflects an opinion rather than a fact?

    <p>Activity 2, Statement 4</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Activity 1, Statement 5</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Statement 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Activity 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Activity 1, Statement 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

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