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Which source is considered very trustworthy?
Which source is considered very trustworthy?
- Social media posts from friends
- An unnamed 'source'
- Wikipedia
- Government websites (correct)
Which of the following sources is considered very untrustworthy?
Which of the following sources is considered very untrustworthy?
- Websites of unknown organizations
- An individual's blog
- Social media posts from friends (correct)
- Direct quotes from people
What is the reasoning given for considering newspapers as trustworthy sources?
What is the reasoning given for considering newspapers as trustworthy sources?
- They have a large readership, so they must be trustworthy.
- They are public, and the government can hold them accountable for any inaccuracies. (correct)
- They are printed sources, which are inherently more trustworthy than online sources.
- They are owned by large corporations, which ensures their credibility.
Which source is given a rating of 3 (moderately trustworthy)?
Which source is given a rating of 3 (moderately trustworthy)?
What is the main reason given for considering newspapers as trustworthy sources?
What is the main reason given for considering newspapers as trustworthy sources?
Why is it important to be cautious when searching for information from sources like the government?
Why is it important to be cautious when searching for information from sources like the government?
What was the main motivation behind the creation of the birther movement?
What was the main motivation behind the creation of the birther movement?
Why should individuals appreciate that knowledge and skills flow in all directions between communities and countries?
Why should individuals appreciate that knowledge and skills flow in all directions between communities and countries?
What critical question should we ask when evaluating the trustworthiness of a news source?
What critical question should we ask when evaluating the trustworthiness of a news source?
Considering the creation of the birther movement, what can we infer about its proponents?
Considering the creation of the birther movement, what can we infer about its proponents?
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