Urban Legends in the Age of the Internet
  • 1. Which of the following is considered a classic urban legend?
A) The Tooth Fairy.
B) The killer in the backseat.
C) Little Red Riding Hood.
D) The Headless Horseman.
  • 2. Which platform is most commonly associated with spreading urban legends?
A) Newspapers.
B) Radio.
C) Television.
D) Social media.
  • 3. What is a common element of many urban legends?
A) Historical accuracy.
B) Personal autobiographies.
C) A moral or cautionary tale.
D) Scientific evidence.
  • 4. What type of story is 'The Slender Man' considered?
A) A historical fact.
B) A children’s fairy tale.
C) A documentary feature.
D) An internet urban legend.
  • 5. Which of the following is a result of believing in urban legends?
A) Increased trust in science.
B) Acts of kindness.
C) Fear or anxiety.
D) Stronger community ties.
  • 6. What commonly inspires urban legends?
A) Social fears or anxieties.
B) Historical events.
C) Political speeches.
D) Scientific discovery.
  • 7. What demographic often helps propagate internet urban legends?
A) Young people.
B) Veteran journalists.
C) Retirees.
D) Political leaders.
  • 8. What role do memes play in urban legend propagation?
A) They confuse the audience.
B) They document the truth.
C) They destroy the legend.
D) They enhance and spread the legend.
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