Protecting Yourself from Scams Quiz

What is personal information that should be protected online?

• Mother's maiden name, pet's name, and high school mascot

• Favorite color, favorite food, and favorite movie

• Date of birth, email address, and height

• Full name, address, phone number, social security number, and financial information

What is a common red flag of an online shopping scam?

• Poor design and spelling/grammar errors

• Secure payment options and positive customer reviews

• Fast delivery and low prices

• Limited product selection and high shipping fees

What is a common tactic used by scammers to gain personal information?

• Baking

• Skiing

• Phishing

• Hiking

How can you protect your personal information online?

• By using the same password for all accounts

• By using strong and unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, being cautious of phishing attempts, and limiting the amount of personal information shared online.

• By sharing personal information on social media

• By clicking on suspicious links and emails

What should you do if you suspect an online shopping scam?

• Ignore the suspicion and continue with the purchase

• Confront the seller directly

• Share your personal information with the seller

• Report the website or seller to the relevant authorities

What is a common warning sign of a potential scam?

• Urgent demands for immediate action without time to think

• Requests for personal information from a known and trusted source

• Free money with no strings attached

• Unsolicited requests for personal information or money

What is a good practice for protecting yourself from scams?

• Being cautious and skeptical of unsolicited offers or requests, and verifying the legitimacy of the source before sharing personal information or making any financial transactions.

• Sharing personal information with anyone who asks for it

• Making financial transactions without verifying the legitimacy of the source

• Believing every offer or request without question

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email asking for personal information?

• Forward the email to all your contacts

• Ignore the email and do not provide any personal information.

• Click on any links provided in the email

• Reply with all personal information requested

What is a common tactic used by scammers to create a sense of urgency?

• Asking for personal information

• Promising a guaranteed return on investment

• Offering a free gift with purchase

• Claiming there is a limited time offer or that immediate action is required

What is a key step in avoiding online shopping scams?

• Ignoring customer reviews

• Providing personal information to every website

• Clicking on every pop-up ad

• Verifying the legitimacy of the website or seller