Quiz — Vocabulaire : Les médias, l'information et le numérique

Question 1

The newspaper decided to _____ the article after the journalist admitted they had fabricated quotes from the politician.
(Term to fill in: retract / publish / edit / censor)

Accepted Answer

retract

Answer

publish

Answer

edit

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censor

Question 2

Trouve l'erreur dans cette phrase : 'The journalist wrote an article that rely on a single anonymous source, which is not a good practice for reliable information.'

Accepted Answer

rely → relies

Answer

a single → the single

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which is → who is

Answer

no error

Question 3

Many social media users don’t realise they’re trapped in a(n) ______ where their feed only shows opinions like theirs. Which term is correct?

Accepted Answer

echo chamber

Answer

filter bubble

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data privacy

Answer

cybersecurity

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses the term 'viral' in the context of social media?

Accepted Answer

The influencer’s post went viral after it was shared by a celebrity, reaching over a million views in less than 24 hours.

Answer

The company’s new algorithm ensures that all content goes viral, regardless of its quality.

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She downloaded a viral app that promised to boost her social media presence overnight.

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The documentary became viral due to its controversial subject matter, sparking debates across all major news channels.

Question 5

Read the short extract and answer the question:
Extract: 'The journalist’s report relied on a single anonymous source, raising serious questions about its reliability. Critics argued that without corroborating evidence, the story lacked credibility.'
Question: What does the term 'corroborating evidence' mean in this context?

Accepted Answer

Additional information that supports or confirms the original claim or story.

Answer

A legal document that proves the source’s identity.

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A type of fake news designed to discredit the journalist.

Answer

A social media post that shares the story widely.

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