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What is the main focus of the chapter ‘Supernewsjunkies?’

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The impact of media consumption on forecasting and decision-making.

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True or False: Supernewsjunkies refers to individuals who consume news excessively.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies often have a distorted view of __________.

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reality

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What psychological phenomenon is discussed in relation to media consumption?

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Confirmation bias

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of being a supernewsjunkie? A) Improved forecasting skills B) Increased anxiety C) Better decision-making D) None of the above

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B) Increased anxiety

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What types of news do supernewsjunkies typically consume more of?

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Breaking news and sensationalized stories.

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True or False: Supernewsjunkies tend to seek out information that contradicts their beliefs.

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False

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What is one suggested strategy to counteract the negative effects of being a supernewsjunkie?

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Limiting news consumption to specific times.

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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies are often influenced by __________ in the media.

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emotional appeals

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Multiple Choice: Which term describes the tendency to believe information that aligns with one’s preexisting views? A) Cognitive dissonance B) Confirmation bias C) Availability heuristic D) Anchoring

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B) Confirmation bias

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What is one characteristic of supernewsjunkies’ news consumption habits?

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They often check news updates multiple times a day.

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True or False: Supernewsjunkies are likely to engage in critical thinking about the news they consume.

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False

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What role does social media play in the lives of supernewsjunkies?

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It amplifies their news consumption and exposure to biased information.

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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies often prioritize __________ over accuracy.

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speed

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Multiple Choice: What effect does constant news consumption have on supernewsjunkies? A) Increased knowledge B) Decreased attention span C) Improved analytical skills D) None of the above

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B) Decreased attention span

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What is a common emotional response of supernewsjunkies to news events?

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Anxiety or fear.

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True or False: Supernewsjunkies are generally more optimistic about the future.

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False

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What is the term for the mental shortcut that supernewsjunkies might use to make quick judgments?

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Heuristic

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Fill in the blank: The chapter suggests that supernewsjunkies may benefit from __________ their news intake.

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reducing

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Multiple Choice: Which factor contributes to the supernewsjunkie phenomenon? A) Lack of education B) Easy access to information C) High intelligence D) All of the above

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B) Easy access to information

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What is the relationship between supernewsjunkies and misinformation?

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They are more susceptible to believing and spreading misinformation.

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True or False: Supernewsjunkies usually have a balanced view on various issues.

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False

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What is one way to mitigate the effects of being a supernewsjunkie?

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Engaging in media literacy education.

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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies often experience __________ due to information overload.

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burnout

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Multiple Choice: What is a key recommendation for supernewsjunkies? A) Consume news from diverse sources B) Ignore news completely C) Follow only one news outlet D) None of the above
A) Consume news from diverse sources
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What cognitive bias do supernewsjunkies frequently exhibit?
Availability heuristic
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True or False: Supernewsjunkies are more likely to analyze news critically.
False
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What is a common trait of supernewsjunkies regarding their news sources?
They often prefer sensationalist media.
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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies may struggle with __________ due to conflicting information.
decision-making
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Multiple Choice: The chapter suggests that supernewsjunkies should focus on A) Emotional reactions B) Fact-based analysis C) Social media trends D) None of the above
B) Fact-based analysis
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What is one effect of sensationalist news on supernewsjunkies?
Heightened emotional responses.
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True or False: Supernewsjunkies typically have a clear understanding of complex issues.
False
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What does the chapter suggest about the future of supernewsjunkies?
They may need to adapt their news consumption habits to improve their forecasting abilities.
34
Fill in the blank: One strategy to help supernewsjunkies is to encourage __________ thinking.
critical
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Multiple Choice: What is an outcome of excessive news consumption? A) Increased knowledge B) Decreased emotional stability C) Enhanced analytical skills D) None of the above
B) Decreased emotional stability
36
What is a key takeaway from the chapter regarding media consumption?
Moderation and critical evaluation are essential.
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True or False: The chapter advocates for complete news abstinence for supernewsjunkies.
False
38
What type of content do supernewsjunkies often gravitate towards?
Controversial and emotionally charged content.
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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies may benefit from setting __________ for news consumption.
boundaries
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a strategy suggested for supernewsjunkies? A) Diversifying news sources B) Taking breaks from news C) Consuming only sensationalist news D) Engaging in discussions about news
C) Consuming only sensationalist news
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What is an important aspect of media literacy mentioned in the chapter?
Identifying bias in news reporting.
42
True or False: The chapter suggests that supernewsjunkies should rely solely on social media for news.
False
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What is a recommended practice for supernewsjunkies before sharing news?
Fact-checking the information.
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Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies should strive to maintain a __________ approach to news.
balanced
45
Multiple Choice: Which cognitive bias can lead supernewsjunkies to overestimate the importance of recent news? A) Anchoring B) Hindsight bias C) Availability heuristic D) Confirmation bias
C) Availability heuristic
46
What does the chapter imply about the relationship between news consumption and mental health?
Excessive news consumption can negatively impact mental health.
47
True or False: Supernewsjunkies are generally well-informed about a wide range of topics.
False
48
What is a common misconception about the knowledge of supernewsjunkies?
That they are more knowledgeable than they actually are.
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Fill in the blank: The chapter emphasizes the importance of __________ in news consumption.
critical thinking
50
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a suggested way to improve news consumption? A) Watch news 24/7 B) Follow only one news outlet C) Set specific times for news updates D) None of the above
C) Set specific times for news updates
51
What is one potential benefit of reducing news consumption for supernewsjunkies?
Improved focus and clarity in thinking.
52
True or False: The chapter recommends embracing sensationalist news for better decision-making.
False
53
What is a cognitive skill that supernewsjunkies can improve by moderating their news intake?
Analytical reasoning.
54
Fill in the blank: Supernewsjunkies are encouraged to engage in __________ discussions to enhance understanding.
informed
55
Multiple Choice: What is a key suggestion for supernewsjunkies regarding news sources? A) Rely on multiple sources B) Trust only one source C) Avoid news altogether D) None of the above
A) Rely on multiple sources
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What is one way to combat the anxiety caused by news for supernewsjunkies?
Limiting exposure to distressing news stories.
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True or False: The chapter suggests that supernewsjunkies should ignore all news.
False
58
What cognitive bias can affect supernewsjunkies' perception of news events?
Framing effect.
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Fill in the blank: The chapter highlights the need for supernewsjunkies to be __________ consumers of news.
critical
60
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a negative outcome of being a supernewsjunkie? A) Increased awareness B) Heightened stress C) Better decision-making D) None of the above
B) Heightened stress
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What is one of the chapter's recommendations for managing news consumption?
Establishing a daily news limit.
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True or False: Supernewsjunkies often have a skewed perception of risk.
True

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