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Question 1: Which of the following is considered Personal Identifiable Information (PII)?
- Your favorite color
- Your favorite movie
- Your preferred hobby
- Your home address
Answer: D. Your home address
Explanation: Personal Identifiable Information includes sensitive details like your home address, full name, or phone number that should not be shared online without a trusted reason.
Question 2: What is the best practice for creating a strong password?
- Using your birthday
- Using your school name
- Using your pet's name
- Mixing letters, numbers, and symbols
Answer: D. Mixing letters, numbers, and symbols
Explanation: A strong password should be a complex mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and must never include personal details like names or birthdays.
Question 3: What is the term for a deceptive attempt to steal login details by pretending to be a trusted contact?
- Encryption
- Networking
- Cloud computing
- Phishing
Answer: D. Phishing
Explanation: Phishing is a common deceptive tactic where attackers pretend to be a trusted source in an email or message to trick you into revealing your account information.
Question 4: What happens when someone steals your personal information to pretend they are you?
- Data encryption
- Identity theft
- Social engineering
- Digital footprinting
Answer: B. Identity theft
Explanation: Identity theft occurs when an attacker steals your personal information to impersonate you, often to gain unauthorized access to your accounts or steal money.
Question 5: What is a 'digital footprint'?
- The hardware used to access the web
- A type of computer virus
- The record of your online activities
- A secure password manager
Answer: C. The record of your online activities
Explanation: A digital footprint is the permanent record of your online actions, including posts, comments, and searches, which can influence your future reputation.
Question 6: Which term describes manipulating someone into sharing confidential info by creating false urgency?
- Web browsing
- System updating
- Data mining
- Social engineering
Answer: D. Social engineering
Explanation: Social engineering is a manipulation tactic that relies on deception or creating a false sense of urgency to trick people into revealing sensitive information.
Question 7: What is the use of electronic devices to spread rumors or share private photos without permission?
- Online gaming
- Digital marketing
- Social networking
- Cyberbullying
Answer: D. Cyberbullying
Explanation: Cyberbullying involves using technology to send harmful messages, share private content without consent, or spread rumors to embarrass or hurt others.
Question 8: What is a common sign that a website is secure?
- It uses 'https' and a lock icon
- It has many pop-up ads
- It has a bright color scheme
- It asks for your password immediately
Answer: A. It uses 'https' and a lock icon
Explanation: Secure websites use 'https' and display a lock icon in the address bar, which indicates that the data transmitted between you and the site is encrypted.
Question 9: What should you do if you encounter something questionable or suspicious online?
- Reply to the sender
- Stop, don't share, and talk to a trusted adult
- Share it with friends
- Ignore it and keep browsing
Answer: B. Stop, don't share, and talk to a trusted adult
Explanation: If you see something suspicious, the safest action is to stop immediately, avoid sharing it, and report it to a trusted adult like a parent or teacher.
Question 10: What is a 'scam' in the context of internet safety?
- A type of social media platform
- A fake offer that is too good to be true
- A legitimate software update
- A secure way to pay for items
Answer: B. A fake offer that is too good to be true
Explanation: A scam is a deceptive offer designed to trick you into giving away money or personal information by promising something that is too good to be true.