Pen Pal Safety Quiz

What is the first rule of pen pal safety?

• Tell them your full name and school

• Always share your address

• Meet in person as soon as possible

• Never share personal information

Why is it important to not share personal information with a pen pal?

• To make new friends

• To receive more letters

• To protect privacy and safety

• To show off personal details

What are some examples of personal information that should not be shared with a pen pal?

• All of the following options

• Phone Number

• Birth Date

• Address

How can you verify the identity of your pen pal?

• By meeting them in person without telling anyone

• By asking them and believing them

• By asking them to send a photo or video

• By only contacting pen pals through verified sites and always with the permission of a parent or teacher

What should you do if your pen pal asks for your home address?

• Do not share your home address

• Ask for their home address in return

• Share your home address on social media

• Give them your home address

Why is it important to communicate with a trusted adult about your pen pal?

• To impress your friends

• To share personal information

• To learn a new language

• For safety and guidance

What should you do if your pen pal makes you feel uncomfortable?

• Tell an adult, communicate your feelings, and consider ending the correspondence

• Ignore the discomfort and continue writing

• Block your pen pal without any explanation

• Confront your pen pal in a hostile manner

Why is it important to be cautious when sharing photos with a pen pal?

• To show off to others

• To protect privacy and safety

• To make the pen pal jealous

• To gain popularity on social media

What are some safe ways to communicate with a pen pal?

• Using carrier pigeons for message delivery

• Posting letters with personal information on social media

• Sharing home address and phone number with the pen pal

• Using a secure messaging app, using a P.O. box for mailing letters, and avoiding sharing personal information

What is considered to be "personal information" that should not be shared with others?

• Full Name and phone number.

• Home & School Addresses

• Birthday and Passwords

• All of the above