7 Questions
Which of the following is a form of propaganda mentioned in the text?
Spin
What can be used to make a biased story appear true?
All of the above
What is the purpose of chat bots mentioned in the text?
To spread fake news
Which term is used to describe news stories that are intentionally false and misleading?
Fake news
What did the British government ban the use of in official documents?
Fake news
In the 2016 US presidential election, which type of news stories were more widely shared?
Fake news stories
What type of news stories are designed to make readers click through to a website?
Clickbait
Study Notes
Propaganda Techniques
- Astroturfing is a form of propaganda mentioned in the text
- Biased stories can be made to appear true by using manipulate images, footage, or quotes
Chat Bots and Disinformation
- Chat bots are used to spread disinformation and propaganda
- They can create fake social media accounts and generate fake posts, comments, and likes
Fake News
- Disinformation is used to describe news stories that are intentionally false and misleading
- In the 2016 US presidential election, fake news stories were more widely shared than real news stories
Clickbait and Banned Terms
- Clickbait news stories are designed to make readers click through to a website, often using sensational headlines
- The British government banned the use of the term "fake news" in official documents
Test your knowledge on fake news and understand why it has become a hot topic. Explore the definition of fake news and the impact it has on media outlets. Challenge yourself to differentiate between fact-based journalism and low-quality sources in this informative quiz.
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