Part I: Local Event Resource Evaluation: Minnesota’s New State Flag and Seal Read the online article from MPR News and respond to questions 1-10. Tip: Review the questions before reading the article so you know what information to look for! 1. Which of the following options best captures the main subject matter of this article? (1 point) Responses Highlights of the new Minnesota state flag and seal design. Highlights of the new Minnesota state flag and seal design. Support for the new Minnesota state flag design. Support for the new Minnesota state flag design. Concerns and support for the new state flag and seal and the process for how they were adopted. Concerns and support for the new state flag and seal and the process for how they were adopted. Executive orders regarding the passage of new state laws about the flag and seal. Executive orders regarding the passage of new state laws about the flag and seal. Question 2 2. When was this article published?(1 point) Responses Jan. 3, 2024 Jan. 3, 2024 Feb. 15, 2024 Feb. 15, 2024 April 1, 2024 April 1, 2024 March 5, 2024 March 5, 2024 Question 3 3. Why is it important to identify and consider the date on which information is published when finding information on a topic?(1 point) Responses The publication date helps ensure the information is current and relevant to the topic at hand. The publication date helps ensure the information is current and relevant to the topic at hand. Understanding when information was published provides context for interpreting its relevance and significance. Understanding when information was published provides context for interpreting its relevance and significance. Identifying the publication date helps readers avoid relying on outdated information that may no longer be accurate. Identifying the publication date helps readers avoid relying on outdated information that may no longer be accurate. All of the above All of the above Question 4 4. Identify what information presented in this article would be most relevant and least relevant to a reader interested in learning about and researching the debate on the new Minnesota state flag and seal. (1 point) Most relevant Least relevant Reasons why people are in support of the new flag and seal. The best memes and jokes about the new state flag. Where the new flag ranks in comparison to other states. Specific concerns about the new designs for the flag and seal. Question 5 Visit the Media Bias Fact Check website to read more on MPR News. 5. How does this site rate MPR News bias? (1 point) Responses Left Left Right-Center Right-Center Left-Center Left-Center Right Right Question 6 6. How does this site rate MPR News on the issue of factual reporting?(1 point) Responses Very High Very High High High Mixed Mixed Low Low Question 7 7. How can you determine if a source is factual and accurate?(1 point) Responses The source presents a single perspective without considering alternative viewpoints. The source presents a single perspective without considering alternative viewpoints. The source is published by a well-known organization or reputable publisher. The source is published by a well-known organization or reputable publisher. The source contains sensationalized headlines and exaggerated claims. The source contains sensationalized headlines and exaggerated claims. The source relies heavily on personal opinions. The source relies heavily on personal opinions. Question 8 8. Who is the author of this article?(1 point) Responses Dana Ferguson Dana Ferguson Donna Bergstrom Donna Bergstrom Bjorn Olson Bjorn Olson Unknown Unknown Question 9 9. Which of the following best explains the importance of researching the author of a news article?(1 point) Responses To determine the popularity of the article To determine the popularity of the article To understand the cultural context of the news To understand the cultural context of the news To assess the credibility and potential biases of the information To assess the credibility and potential biases of the information To analyze the publication's advertising revenue To analyze the publication's advertising revenue Question 10 10. In your opinion, do you think this is a trustworthy source? Why or why not? Make sure to provide support for your claim. Sentence starters: “I believe this source is _________________.” MPR News is a ______________ source.” The reasons I believe this are because ______________. Also, ________________.” (3 points)
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"I believe this source is a trustworthy source. MPR News is a Left-Center rated source with a high rating for factual reporting according to the Media Bias Fact Check website. The article provides a balanced perspective on the debate surrounding the new Minnesota state flag and seal, highlighting both support and concerns about the designs. Additionally, the publication date is provided, helping readers evaluate the relevance and timeliness of the information presented. Overall, I find MPR News to be a credible source for news and information."