Government
The Legislative branch
What makes up the House of Representatives and the Senate?
Looking for loaded language
What are words that show emotion?
News that is fake
What are stories that show bias or are completely untrue?
Understanding what you see, hear, or read in different kinds of media.
What does it mean to decode media messages?
101 to 99
What was the final score between team USA and Sudan?
The Judicial Branch
What makes up the Supreme Court and all the other courts and Judges?
Checking for Opinions
What might show a biased story?
Reading beyond the headline
What if a headline does not tell the complete truth?
Think more deeply about what you see and hear.
How can asking questions help you decode media messages?
USA
Which country has won the most medals at the Paris Olympics?
The Constitution
What is the supreme law of the land?
Consider the Sources
Could sources have a biased reputation?
Evidence
What is needed to support a story?
The purpose of an author or creator of the media, to entertain or teach.
Why is it important to think about the author or creator of the media?
China
Which country has won the most gold medals?
No taxation without representation
What was a grievance against England that Americans cherish today?
Compare Different Sources
What can we do with different sources?
Typos and Mistakes
What might be in an article that is completely false?
Clues about the message, happy or sad
What can your emotions tell you about a media message?
Suni Lee
Who won bronze medal as the female all around gymnast?
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump
Who are the candidates for president in 2024?
Thinking about the pictures
How can pictures show bias?
Other Sources
How can reputable sources help determine if a story is genuine.
Different viewpoints in media
Why should you check different sources of media?
64 years
How long has it been since USA won gold in rowing?