Vocabulary
This word means evidence that shows something is true.
proof
The lights are off. They _____ be at home
can't
Change to the passive: "People verify the information."
Information is verified.
Name one way to verify information before sharing it online.
Possible answers:
This adjective describes something strange that cannot easily be explained.
mysterious
A story that seems very unlikely or difficult to believe can be described as this.
far-fetched
She isn't answering her phone. She _____ be sleeping.
might/may/could
Change to the passive: "Someone is questioning the witness."
The witness is being questioned.
True or False?
A conspiracy theory always has reliable proof.
False
This noun means an event that is unusual or interesting and can be observed.
phenomenon
When journalists show that a conspiracy theory is false, they do this.
debunk
The footprints disappeared. Someone _____ have erased them.
might/may/could have
Change to the passive: "Police discovered the evidence yesterday."
The evidence was discovered yesterday.
What is fake news?
False or misleading information presented as real news.
This verb means to disappear suddenly without explanation.
vanish
If two pieces of information cannot both be true, they do this.
contradict
Correct the mistake: "He must went home."
He must have gone home.
Change to the passive: "Someone has debunked the theory."
The theory has been debunked.
Why is it important to verify information before sharing it? Give one reason.
Example:
This adjective means real, authentic, not fake.
genuine
Which word means "discovered after being hidden for a long time"?
uncovered
Your friend says aliens built the pyramids. Use a modal of speculation to disagree politely.
Example:
"That can't be true."
"It might just be a myth."
"There must be another explanation."
Make a passive question: "Did scientists find the creature?"
Was the creature found by scientists?
A secret attempt by powerful people to hide the truth is called a...
cover-up
This adjective describes something scary in an exciting way, especially in horror stories.
spine-tingling