2021-2022 English 11 Advanced Level: Reading and Writing Activity IV

In the age of memes – how are young people getting their news?

After reading the PBS article, answer the following questions (in the form of a composition):

  1. According to the article, where do most teens get their news?
  2. What does the article say about misinformation?
  3. What does Jamie Withorne, a research assistant at the Middlebury Institute Center for Nonproliferation Studies, say about memes?
  4. What is Politifact ?
  5. What is CNN 10?
  6. Do you agree with the following statement?  “[Memes] are a valuable tool not only for young people but also for national security practitioners.” Explain your answer.
  7. Where do your friends get their news?
  8. Where do you get your news? Is it reliable?
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