Cyberbullying Multiple Choice

What is cyberbullying?

• When someone uses the internet, social media, or other digital technologies to hurt, harass, or bully someone else.

• When someone uses technology to play video games.

• When someone uses the internet to buy things online.

Answer explanation

Did you know? Cyberbullying can happen at any time of the day or night because it takes place online. This means that victims may feel like they can never escape their bullies.

Is cyberbullying always intentional?

• Yes!

• No.

Answer explanation

Sometimes cyberbullying may be unintentional. For example, someone may post a negative comment on social media without realising the impact it may have on the person reading it, but that does not make it any less hurtful.

Which of the following are examples of cyberbullying?

• Sending mean messages to someone on social media or through texting.

• Posting or sharing embarrassing pictures or videos of someone without their permission.

• Spreading rumours about someone online or through messaging apps.

• All of the above.

Answer explanation

Did you know? Cyberbullying can serious and long-lasting effects on the mental health and well-being of the victim?

Cyberbullying can lead to ​

• Long lasting mental health issues like depression, anxiety, low self esteem and suicide.

• Happiness, improved friendships and confidence

Answer explanation

Cyberbullying affects a person's whole life and can cause difficulties with sleeping and academic performance.

What should you do if you witness someone being cyberbullied?

• Stand up for them and report the behavior to a trusted adult or the online platform.

• Ignore it and move on.

• Join in and bully the person too. After all, this person deserves it.

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Regardless of whether we like someone or not, if we witness cyberbullying or are a victim of cyberbullying, report it.

It is the responsibility of an individual to keep themselves safe by not ​_______ their own information online.

Answer explanation

Don't trust everyone you meet online. There are many people who are trying to collect your information to use against you or steal from you.

What can you do to prevent cyberbullying?

• Limit interaction online.

• Do not accept friend requests from people you don’t know.

• Take breaks and spend time in the real world.

• All of the above.

Answer explanation

Remember! There are real people around you who love and support you. Speak to them if you are feeling overwhelmed or upset.

To stay safe online, you should use ______ passwords that are for every platform.

Answer explanation

Using simple or easily guessed passwords makes you a target for online crimes and hackers. Choose STRONG passwords and use special characters that make it difficult for hackers to guess.

What is the legal responsibility of individuals online?

• You are responsible for your actions online.

• ou are not responsible for your actions online.

• The same rules do not apply in real world and online spaces.

• None of the above.

Answer explanation

You are responsible for your actions online in the same way you are responsible for what you do in the real world. Some crimes, like sharing sensitive images, or hacking into people's accounts, can result in criminal charges being laid against you.

Samantha receives a message on social media from someone claiming to be a friend of a friend. The person asks Samantha for her home address, phone number, and email address. Which of the following should Samantha do?

• Share her personal information with the person since they claim to be a friend of a friend.

• Politely decline to share her personal information and report the person to the social media platform.

• Share her personal information with the person only if they provide their personal information in return.

Answer explanation

Cybercriminals are are constantly on the lookout for information they can use to steal your identity or commit other crimes against you. Consider people online strangers and do not share personal details with them.