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