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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?

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?

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)?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason given for considering newspapers as trustworthy sources?

They are public and the government can monitor them, so they are less likely to publish false information to avoid legal issues. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to be cautious when searching for information from sources like the government?

Due to the potential for leaks in government information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main motivation behind the creation of the birther movement?

To question the legitimacy of certain leaders' birthplaces (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should individuals appreciate that knowledge and skills flow in all directions between communities and countries?

To recognize the interconnectedness and mutual learning between communities (B) Signup and view all the answers

What critical question should we ask when evaluating the trustworthiness of a news source?

Is it trustworthy? (D) Signup and view all the answers

Considering the creation of the birther movement, what can we infer about its proponents?

They were mainly Republican politicians like Donald Trump (B) Signup and view all the answers