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!

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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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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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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Which of these examples is a piece of information?

The temperature is 2°C today.

It's really cold outside.

Global warming does not exist because it is cold.

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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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Why must journalists always cross-check their sources?

To verify the credibility of information

To make your article more interesting

To avoid being accused of plagiarism

Because the law requires it

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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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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.

According to a November 2024 report, what major challenge continues to affect media freedom in the Balkans, both in EU member states and in candidate countries?

Lack of training for journalists

Political influence on the media

Insufficient financial resources

Censorship by non-governmental entities

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Why is media concentration considered a threat to democracy? (Multiple answers possible)

It can limit the diversity of opinions in the media space.

It allows journalists to be better paid and therefore more independent.

It promotes political or economic influence over information.

It prevents transparency regarding media ownership.

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!

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