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2022-2023学年高二上学期期末考试英语试题分类汇编
七选五
山东省潍坊市2022-2023学年高二上学期期末考试英语试题
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Fake (假的) news is all around us and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the amount of information out there. Here are some tips for avoiding misinformation.
16 In the 18th century, for example, fake news was spread about King George Ⅱ being ill in order to damage his public image. Today, fake news remains a problem. Over 80 percent of people in the UK regularly come across fake news online.
So what can you do to avoid being caught out by misinformation?
The first step to responding to any potential fake news is easy: Google it. When Googling a claim, look for supporting evidence from credible news websites. If you see a wild claim in a headline, make sure you read the article before you start sharing it. You might find that the story is not what it appears. 17 So without reading the whole thing you may miss the whole picture.
18 If the article comes from a reputable news source, it’s likely that it was written by a professional journalist who practiced due diligence when sourcing their information. If the article is not from an official news website, where is it from? Check if it has been written by a credible expert on the topic, or if it has been written for a trusted organization.
After, all your sleuthing (侦查), you come to the conclusion that you have found some fake news. 19 If it is a post or message from someone you know, you can reach out to them and let them know it’s not entirely accurate. It’s better to do this by politely messaging them privately rather than leaving a public comment if it’s a post on social media.
Studies suggest that fake news spreads faster than real news. 20
A. Don’t share it.
B. Fake news is not new.
C. Delete it immediately.
D. Make sure to check who wrote the news piece.
E. Check when the news was originally published.
F. Often, the facts are buried deeper within the article.
G. It’s important to take a mom