Digital Citizenship Test

We use digital media 24/7! Sort items from the list into the best category.

Groups:

(a) Benefits

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(b) Drawbacks

• I can watch funny vides whenever I want.

• I feel like I always have to respond to a message right away, even if I don't want to.

• Being online can distract me from being present with my family, like at dinner.

• I can keep in touch with my friends and family anytime.

Which of the following best describes the concept of media balance?

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  Not using any form of digital media.

• Getting distracted by digital media when doing homework.

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  Choosing to play only your favorite video games.

• Using digital media in a way that feels healthy and in balance with your other life activities.

Kaira likes to create art, especially paintings. But lately Kaira has been so busy keeping up with friends online that there never seems to be enough time. Imagine you're Kaira. What should you do?

• Wait until your schedule slows down. You can always do your art later.

• ​​​​Use a sketching app while watching videos so you can focus on two things at the same time.

• Schedule time to paint and turn off your phone during that time. It's important to do the things you like.

• Cross this activity off your list because you can't do everything.

Kendall likes to relax before bed by watching funny videos on her phone, but she often loses track of time and doesn't go to sleep until really late. Then she has a hard time waking up for school in the morning, making her feel grumpy. Thinking about the Digital Habits Checkup, what would be an appropriate challenge for Kendall to try?

• Using her phone to chat with friends instead of watching videos.

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  Setting a timer to watch videos for 15 minutes, then putting her phone on a charger in another room at night.

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  Forcing herself to go to sleep early without having a moment to relax.

• Watching videos earlier when she's doing her homework.

Identity theft is a crime in which your private information is stolen and used for ________ activity.

• Hidden

• Criminal

• Advertising

• News

Which of the below is a clue that a message or an email might be phishing?

(Select all that apply)

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  It's from a "friend in trouble."

• The message has a sense of urgency.

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  There are spelling and grammar errors in the message.

You see a contest that reads, "Win $10,000 instantly! Click this link to sign up!" You click on the link, and the website asks for your name, address, and email to enter the contest. Why could it be unsafe to share your private information?

• You could no longer be you.

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  Someone could steal your information to create a fake identity pretending to be you.

• Someone could give you a lot of money.

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  Your information would be safe because you're sharing the information online.

You see this message on your device: "Special offer from YuoTube! Why wait MONTHS for your favorite series to return? Watch NOW 100% FREE. But hurry! This incredible offer ends in 59 minutes! Click: Free_YTubeTV. This is an official message from youTube." What should you do?

• Don't open the message. All clues indicate that it's an internet scam.

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  Open the message. You can't pass on a free offer!

• Send the message to a friend. They might be interested in the free offer.

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  Open the message. It seems to be from a website you know.

Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Factors of Fair Use?

• Amount

• Nature

• Standard

• Purpose

• Effect

Which of the following situations is least likely to be fair use?

• A teacher using a photograph in a presentation to his class.

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  A journalist using a video clip in a news story.

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  A late-night comedian using a photo as part of a political joke.

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  A sports fan using a team logo to make his own souvenirs to sell.