Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. What does bias refer to in writing?

A. A prejudice against something an author is writing about. B. Favoritism for
something an author is writing about. C. An author letting feelings or emotions
cloud objectivity in their writing. D. All of the above.
2. Which of the following is an example of recognizing bias?
A. Looking for loaded words B. Avoiding vague language or generalizations C.
Identifying one-sided arguments D. All of the above
3. What are emotional biases based on?
A. Logic and reasoning B. Impulse and intuition C. Facts and evidence D. None of
the above
4. What should students watch out for to recognize bias?
A. Stereotypes B. Specific language C. Loaded words D. All of the above
5. Which of the following is an example of vague language?
A. "Some people say..." B. "Studies have shown..." C. "Many experts agree..." D. "It
is well-known that..."
6. What is the primary characteristic of emotional biases?
A. Based on logic and reasoning B. Result from careful analysis C. Stem from
impulse or intuition D. Only present one side of the argument
7. In recognizing bias, what do loaded words reveal about the author's opinion?
A. Their objectivity B. Their subjectivity C. Their expertise D. Their neutrality
8. Stereotypes are often considered:
A. Fair and accurate beliefs B. Unfair and inaccurate beliefs C. Balanced and
impartial beliefs D. Objective and unbiased beliefs
9. What is a potential consequence of one-sided arguments?
A. Providing multiple perspectives B. Presenting a balanced view C.
Misrepresenting the issue D. Encouraging critical thinking
10. Which of the following is an example of a loaded word?
A. "Some" B. "Many" C. "Studies show" D. "Dangerous"

Part 2: True or False

11. Recognizing bias involves looking for loaded words and vague language.
(True/False)
12. Emotional biases are based on logic and reasoning rather than impulse and
intuition. (True/False)
 13. Stereotypes can be considered fair and accurate beliefs about a group.
(True/False)
14. One-sided arguments present multiple perspectives on an issue. (True/False)
15. Opinions are subjective and based on feelings, while facts are objective truths.
(True/False)
16. Vague language indicates a lack of specificity and clarity in writing. (True/False)
17. Loaded words carry strong emotional connotations. (True/False)
18. Emotional biases result from careful analysis and reasoning. (True/False)
19. Stereotypes are often based on objective and unbiased observations. (True/False)
20. One-sided arguments encourage critical thinking and open-mindedness.
(True/False)

Part 3: Matching

Match the following examples of recognizing bias with the correct type:

21. An author labels an entire group unfairly and inaccurately.

22. The author only presents one side of the argument.
23. Words charged with emotions reveal the author's opinion.
24. The author fails to use specific language.
25. Opinions are presented without sufficient evidence.

A. Stereotypes B. One-sided arguments C. Loaded words D. Vague language E. Lack of

evidence

Additional Example:

26. An author states, "Studies show that immigrants are more likely to commit
crimes." Which type of bias does this represent?

A. Stereotypes B. One-sided arguments C. Loaded words D. Vague language E. Lack of

evidence
Answer Key:

Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. D. All of the above.

2. D. All of the above
3. B. Impulse and intuition
4. D. All of the above
5. A. "Some people say..."
6. C. Stem from impulse or intuition
7. B. Their subjectivity
8. B. Unfair and inaccurate beliefs
9. C. Misrepresenting the issue
10. D. "Dangerous"

Part 2: True or False

11. True
12. False
13. False
14. False
15. True
16. True
17. True
18. False
19. False
20. False

Part 3: Matching

21. A. Stereotypes
22. B. One-sided arguments
23. C. Loaded words
24. D. Vague language
25. E. Lack of evidence

Additional Example:
26. A. Stereotypes