Monthly Archives: September 2015

What makes a hoax

The more detail that one includes in a hoax, the more credibility it has. As in any media form intended to persuade unconvinced viewers into accepting something as true, evidence dictates the weight the idea holds. For example, an argument … Continue reading

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A hoax is a deceptive story, meant to make the readers or audience believe that it is true. Hoaxes are often viewed negatively as being ruthless, not caring about the impact that it may have on the public and are … Continue reading

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Hoaxes vs. Literature

A hoax is often the truth twisted in a way that benefits the person telling the fraudulent story. A hoax is meant to convince a large population that something that does not exist, exists. Meanwhile, literature is often perceived as … Continue reading

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