Cyberbullying/ Online Safety

Which of the following statements about cyberbullying is false?

• Cyberbullying involves online communication
• cyberbullies never cause any harm
• Cyberbullying can be as hurtful as bullying in person
• Some forms of cyberbullying are considered crimes

Which emotion does this example of cyberbullying cause? picture of bad haircut posted online

• embarrassed
• insulted
• threatened
• left out

Which emotion does this example of cyberbullying cause? message board post calls previous comment "stupid"

• embarrassed
• insulted
• threatened
• left out

Which emotion does this example of cyberbullying cause? instant message warns not to show up to school alone

• embarrassed
• insulted
• threatened
• left out

Which emotion does this example of cyberbullying cause? party invitation emailed to all class members except one

• left out
• threatened
• insulted
• embarassed

Cyberbullying generally doesn't involve physical violence. What does "physical" mean in this case?

• mild
• having to do with emotions
• body-related
• severe

Which of the following text messages would most likely be an example of cyberbullying?

• I disagree - I like math
• Wear the red sweater -It looks best
• Don't tell Rita about Tim's party
• Party at Tim's house! 8pm tonight

Which of the following is a factual statement about cyberbullying?

• Cyberbullying is the biggest problem that young people face
• Cyberbullying should be outlawed
• Cyberbullies are mean people
• Cyberbllying can make people feel bad

Over a few days, you receive a series of insulting IMS from someone at school. Which sequence of actions is the best response?

• Ignore all the IMs
• Ignore/ delete the first IM; save any further IMs; tell a parent or other adult you trust
• Tell a parent or other adult; delete all IMs from the bully; complain to the IM host
• Save the IMs; send an email to the IM host; confront the bully in school; meet with a school counselor

What can you infer from the fact that people are more likely to say mean things online than in person?

• The Internet doesn't have the same rules of behavior as real life
• Using chat rooms and message boards make some people angry
• The Internet is much more dangerous than real life
• Being anonymous can make some people forget their manner