Is critical thinking life’s key skill? An inquest has ruled that a high-profile conspiracy theorist exerted influence on her bright, happy daughter to reject chemotherapy, leading to her early death.
‘Conspiracy theories killed my sister’
Tragedy: "If approached with an open mind, Paloma would have chosen the chance to survive" declared the coroner at the inquest into her death. Comprehension quiz
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The word notorious most nearly means:
A: Famous for something bad
B: Well-known and popular
C: Shy and quiet
D: Highly intelligent
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Which word is the closest synonym for “influenced”?
A: Ignored
B: Persuaded
C: Confused
D: Entertained
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According to the article, what was Paloma’s chance of recovery if she undertook chemotherapy?
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Name two of the “strange ideas” that Gabriel and Sebastian say their mother raised them to believe.
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The word optimistic most nearly means:
A: Fearful
B: Certain
C: Hopeful
D: Confused
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According to the article, why has Paloma’s death sparked a “fierce debate”?
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1. A 2. B 3. 80% 4. Any two of the following: The Royal Family were shape-shifting lizards. 9/11 was staged by the government. WiFi was dangerous. 5. C 6. Paloma's death has sparked a fierce debate about the rise of conspiracy theories and the role of social media in spreading them.
1. A 2. B 3. 80% 4. Any two of the following: The Royal Family were shape-shifting lizards. 9/11 was staged by the government. WiFi was dangerous. 5. C 6. Paloma's death has sparked a fierce debate about the rise of conspiracy theories and the role of social media in spreading them.