Media & Information Quiz

Whether they have been edited, taken out of context, cleverly framed, or simply use optical illusions, images can sometimes be misleading... For each image, it's up to you to decide: is it authentic, has it been manipulated, or is it a montage? It's up to you!

In the context of the media, what expression describes a situation where certain information or beliefs are repeated over and over again, thereby reinforcing their perceived importance to the public?

Media echo chamber

Halo effect

Availability bias

Illusion of truth

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What is the difference between information and opinion?

It depends on who it comes from. If it comes from a journalist, it's information; otherwise, it's an opinion.

Information is based on verifiable facts, while opinion reflects personal judgment.

Information can be true or false, unlike opinion.

What is the main impact of media echo chambers on public debate and diversity of opinion?

They promote a balanced understanding of different points of view.

They encourage people to question their personal beliefs.

They reinforce the polarization of opinions by limiting exposure to differing perspectives.

They increase the diversity of information available to the public.

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Which of the following statements describes a rumor?

The latest WHO report indicates a significant decline in COVID-19 cases in several countries.

Many people are saying that a new variant of COVID-19 has been detected.

“I think the pandemic could have been avoided if countries had acted sooner.”

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Which of the following two statements presents information?

According to the World Health Organization, smoking is the leading preventable cause of death worldwide, responsible for more than 8 million deaths each year.

“Tobacco should be completely banned because it is harmful to public health.”

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According to Reporters Without Borders, how many countries are classified as “very serious” in terms of press freedom in 2024?

12 countries

25 countries

36 countries

50 countries

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Can a journalist protect the anonymity of his sources?

Yes, it is a fundamental right to guarantee freedom of information.

Only if the source requests it in writing

Only if the information relates to a criminal case

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According to the Munich Charter, which governs journalistic ethics, journalists must: Of these three statements, only one is true. Which one?

Respect people's dignity, do not distort the facts, cross-check information and correct errors, refuse any external pressure that could influence your work.

Adapt facts to audience expectations, avoid sensitive topics so as not to offend the audience, protect sources only if this does not harm economic interests.

Verify sources, publish sensational information first, prioritize speed of publication.

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What impact does advertising have on media independence?

No impact, journalists remain neutral

The media can be influenced by their advertisers and avoid certain sensitive topics.

Advertising prevents the media from covering economic issues

Advertisers only fund independent media

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10.

A journalist investigates an event and finds two sources who say contradictory things. What is the best approach to take in this case?

Publish the information anyway, specifying that differing points of view exist, in order to respect freedom of expression.

Choose the source that seems most reliable based on their status (for example, an expert rather than a witness).

Cross-check information with other sources to compare versions and conduct a thorough investigation to ensure the accuracy of the facts before publication (e.g., an expert rather than a witness).

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