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 your turn! 1. Why should we be wary of images shared on social media? Because they can be taken out of context Because they are always retouched by the media Because they can be manipulated or falsified Because all images found on the Internet are necessarily true None 2. What psychological mechanism can cause a person to see conspiracies everywhere, even without evidence? The Mandela Effect The proportionality bias The double fault fallacy The illusion of transparency None 3. If someone tells you, “I was cured of X disease thanks to naturopathy, it's proven!” or “I lost 10 pounds in a month thanks to a miracle diet, it's proven!” but doesn't provide any studies or reliable data, what is the biggest problem here? The person is surely talking about an exceptional case. This is a generalization based on personal experience without solid evidence. The person has probably completed a validated scientific program. The miracle diet is probably revolutionizing nutrition! None 4. What is the difference between misinformation and disinformation? Misinformation is intentional, whereas disinformation is an unintentional error. Misinformation is false information disseminated without the intention to deceive, while disinformation is created to manipulate. There is no difference; they are synonyms. None 5. What is the flawed reasoning in this sentence? -- “Either you are for freedom of speech, or you are against democracy.” False cause False dichotomy Circular reasoning None 6. What are the dangers of conspiracy theories in fragile societies, such as in the Balkans? They strengthen trust between ethnic and political groups. They exacerbate ethnic and political divisions, create mistrust, and undermine dialogue. They have no impact on society. None 7. A friend sends you a photo showing riots in the city center, saying it was taken today. You go to X and find it posted on several accounts and shared thousands of times. What should you do before believing it is authentic? Share it to alert your followers about the event. Check whether the image was taken at another event using a reverse image search. Rely solely on the account that posted it Consult several sources to see if the event has been reported by reputable media outlets. None 8. In this sentence, what is the fallacious argument used? -- “There is no evidence that aliens do not exist, therefore they must exist.” Argument from ignorance False dichotomy False cause None 9. Deepfakes are... Videos or images modified by artificial intelligence Images created to deceive by replacing faces or altering reality A guarantee of authenticity on social media A technology used only in cinema None 10. In this sentence, what is the fallacious argument used? -- “Why listen to this politician's advice on the economy? He failed in his own business!” Appeal to authority Ad hominem False cause None Time's up
