DL Digital Media Literacy 3

Question 1

What does it mean when a website uses 'HTTPS' instead of 'HTTP'?

Accepted Answer

The data transmitted between the user and website is encrypted

Answer

HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) indicates that data exchanged between the browser and the server is encrypted using TLS/SSL, protecting it from interception.

Question 2

What is 'misinformation' as it relates to digital media?

Accepted Answer

False or inaccurate information spread regardless of intent to deceive

Answer

Misinformation is false or inaccurate information that is spread regardless of whether there is intent to deceive, distinguishing it from disinformation which is deliberately deceptive.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of 'disinformation'?

Accepted Answer

A government agency deliberately spreading false claims to manipulate public opinion

Answer

Disinformation is intentionally false information created and spread to deceive, making a deliberate campaign of false claims the defining example.

Question 4

What is 'fair use' in the context of digital content and copyright?

Accepted Answer

A legal doctrine allowing limited use of copyrighted material without permission under certain conditions

Answer

Fair use is a legal doctrine that permits limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and news reporting.

Question 5

What should you do if you encounter a news article that seems designed to provoke a strong emotional reaction?

Accepted Answer

Pause and critically evaluate the source and content before sharing

Answer

Content designed to provoke strong emotions is a common technique in misleading media; pausing to critically evaluate the source and facts helps prevent the spread of manipulative content.

(DL) Digital Literacy Certification Practice Test

(DL) Digital Literacy Certification Practice Test

DL Digital Media Literacy 3