Media Literacy & Critical Thinking Beginner Quiz

Question 1
Which of the following best defines media literacy?

(A) Only following media that agrees with your beliefs.

(B) The ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media messages.

(C) Simply reading news headlines without questioning them.

(D) Relying exclusively on flashy visuals and entertainment value.

Question 2
What is a reliable strategy for verifying the credibility of a news article?

(A) Compare the information with multiple reputable sources.

(B) Only check if it is mentioned on one popular blog.

(C) Assess if the article has a similar style to other familiar sources.

(D) Immediately share the article because it looks convincing.

Question 3
If you encounter a dramatic social media post with shocking claims, what should you do first?

(A) Accept the post if it has many likes and shares.

(B) Examine the source’s credibility and look for corroborating evidence from trusted outlets.

(C) Ask your friends for opinions without checking the original source.

(D) Rely solely on sensational headlines without investigating further.

Question 4
When watching a politically charged news segment that appears biased, which approach is most effective?

(A) Compare the coverage with reports from other news outlets on the same issue.

(B) Immediately share the segment to support your view without further inquiry.

(C) Assume the entire segment is false because some bias exists.

(D) Accept the segment as true since similar narratives are used elsewhere.

Question 5
When you see a sensational and dramatic headline, what is your best course of action?

(A) Dismiss the headline outright, assuming it's purely exaggerated.

(B) Click and share the headline immediately because it seems exciting.

(C) Investigate further by reading the full article and checking reputable sources for more details.

(D) Only read the headline without exploring additional context.

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