Spam Quiz

What is spam commonly referred to in the context of electronic communication?

• A canned meat product

• A type of computer virus

• Unsolicited messages, especially advertising

• A popular video game character

Which of the following is NOT a common type of spam?

• Email spam

• SMS spam

• Snail mail spam

• Social media spam

What is the primary purpose of most spam?

• To provide useful information

• To advertise products or services

• To enhance the recipient's computer security

• To entertain the recipient

Which of the following is a common characteristic of spam emails?

• Personalized greeting

• High-quality content

• Misspelled words

• A request for charitable donations

How can you typically identify a spam email?

• It comes from a known sender

• It has a clear and specific subject line

• It asks for personal or financial information

• It is marked as "Important"

What should you do if you receive a spam email?

• Reply to the sender

• Forward it to your friends

• Delete it or mark it as spam

• Open all attachments to check for important information

Which of the following is a tool used to combat spam?

• Spam filters

• A hammer

• A magnifying glass

• A paintbrush

Why is spam considered a problem?

• It uses valuable resources

• It is always illegal

• It improves internet speed

• It is a source of reliable information

What year did the term "spam" start being used to refer to unsolicited electronic messages?

• 1978

• 1984

• 1993

• 2000

Which legislation in the United States is aimed at reducing spam emails?

• The Freedom of Information Act

• The CAN-SPAM Act

• The Patriot Act

• The Digital Millennium Copyright Act