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SPEECH MISINFORMATION/DISINFORMATION QUIZ - LILONGWE
SPEECH MISINFORMATION/DISINFORMATION QUIZ - LILONGWE
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1
If you witness hate speech in a comment thread, what is the best first step?
Screenshot it and laugh with friends
Report it to the platform or authorities
Join the argument
) Ignore it
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Which of the following government institutions can take action against hate speech and hate crimes in Malawi?
All of the above
Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC)
Malawi Police Service (MPS)
Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA)
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Which legal act in Malawi can be used to prosecute hate speech online?
Penal Code
Electronic Transactions and Cybersecurity Act (2016)
Communications Act (2016)
Marriage, Divorce and Family Relations Act
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The Malawi Constitution protects the rights of all people, even if their sexual orientation is not socially accepted
False
True
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What is the best approach to addressing followers who post hate speech on your platform?
Encourage open debate with rules
Do nothing
Report, delete, and educate respectfully
Let it go viral
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Which of these is an ethical reason not to share inflammatory or biased content online?
Your phone battery might die
It can lead to real-world violence or discrimination
It may make you unpopular
It might get taken down
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Which of the following best defines hate speech?
Speech that incites violence, hatred, or discrimination based on identity
Criticism of political leaders
Offensive jokes shared among friends
Sharing celebrity gossip
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What is the key difference between misinformation and disinformation?
They mean the same thing
Disinformation is only found in newspapers
Misinformation is intentional, disinformation is accidental
Misinformation is accidental, disinformation is deliberate
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According to Umunthu philosophy, how should people treat members of minority groups like the LGBTIQ community?
By avoiding them
With silence
With fear and suspicion
With respect, dignity, and humanity
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Why is it harmful to share unverified information about LGBTIQ people online?
It fuels stigma, discrimination, and violence
It increases your followers
It can be entertaining
It’s a form of freedom of expression
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What role does MACRA play in controlling online hate speech?
Gives out driving licenses
Promotes religious freedom
Provides internet to influencers
Investigates media misconduct and enforces communication standards
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Which of the following is a responsible action for social media influencers regarding sensitive topics like sexuality
Amplify marginalized voices respectfully and verify facts before posting
Block anyone who disagrees
Only post what gets likes
Share trending rumors
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Which of these is NOT a valid reason for creating responsible content online?
Fighting disinformation
Promoting human rights
Promoting human rights
Gaining clout by insulting others
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Which of the following is an example of harmful disinformation against LGBTIQ people?
Promoting equality in healthcare access
Spreading false claims that LGBTIQ people recruit children to the lifestyle
Sharing someone’s selfie
Reporting on a pride event
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What does “Umunthu” mean in the Malawian context?
Legal punishment
Individualism
Collective humanity and respect for dignity
Punishment
