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