Comparing Headlines for Bias
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Comparing Headlines for Bias" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13). A 6th grader who is already steady on Sources, Data and Research Skills can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
2 pages in this set
7th grade social studies worksheet: spot loaded words and framing in pairs of made-up headlines and rewrite them neutrally. Answer key included. Part of our fact, opinion and bias sources, data and research skills collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Do the fact and opinion sheet first, then the headlines. Students can then check a real news story.
What students will practice
- Students will circle loaded words in a headline.
- Students will tell which readers a headline favors.
- Students will rewrite a headline with the facts but without loaded words.
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FAQ
How do I use this fact, opinion and bias worksheet?
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Do the fact and opinion sheet first, then the headlines. Students can then check a real news story.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Spot loaded words and framing in pairs of made-up headlines and rewrite them neutrally. The directions on the page read: Read the box. Circle the two loaded words in each headline. Then write which group of readers each headline favors. An answer key is included.
Can I use this fact, opinion and bias worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade Sources, Data and Research Skills, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What is a reasoned judgment?
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A reasoned judgment is a conclusion backed by evidence, and it often uses a word such as probably or likely.
What are loaded words?
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Loaded words carry strong feeling or judgment, such as mob for crowd.
What is framing?
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Framing is the choice of which people or side a story puts at the center.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Social Studies |
| Topic | Sources, Data and Research Skills |
| Pages | 2 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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