Lesson 34: Bias Detection

Bias Detection

> MODULE 34 // CRITICAL THINKING

Mission: Read the two news reports about the same event. Identify which one is neutral (fact-based) and which one is biased (opinion-based). Hover over the highlighted words to check.

Report A
City Council Approves New Park Plan
The City Council voted yesterday to build a new park downtown. The project will cost $1 Million. Construction is scheduled to begin in May 2026.
Report B
Council Wastes Money on Useless Park
The City Council has decided to dump a shocking $1 Million on a muddy field. Taxpayers are furious about this disaster of a project.

Bias Check

1. Which report uses emotional language (Bias)?
2. Which word from Report B is an OPINION?
3. What is the factual cost of the project?

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