Understanding and Preventing Scams and Identity Theft

Understanding and Preventing Scams and Identity Theft

Assessment

Interactive Video

Life Skills, Business, Other

7th - 12th Grade

Easy

Created by

Olivia Brooks

Used 31+ times

FREE Resource

The video discusses the importance of avoiding scams, fraud, and identity theft in the digital age. It explains different types of fraud and scams, including phishing, and provides practical tips to protect oneself. The video emphasizes the need to verify communication sources, avoid clicking suspicious links, and protect personal information. It also highlights the importance of regularly checking for identity theft and offers a practice activity to enhance scam awareness.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it crucial to be aware of scams in today's digital world?

Because they are rare and easy to spot.

Because they can lead to financial loss and identity theft.

Because they are only a problem for businesses.

Because they are a new phenomenon.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common characteristic of scams?

They are only conducted over the phone.

They always involve large sums of money.

They often involve someone pretending to be trustworthy.

They are usually legal.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?

Reply to it to confirm its authenticity.

Ignore it and delete it immediately.

Check the sender's email address carefully.

Forward it to all your contacts.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a phishing scam?

A scam that is harmless.

A scam that only targets businesses.

A scam that tricks you into giving personal information.

A scam that involves fishing equipment.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you avoid sharing personal information online?

Because it can be used to steal your identity.

Because it is illegal.

Because it is always a scam.

Because it is unnecessary.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a red flag that a message might be a scam?

It contains a lot of emojis.

It asks for immediate action.

It is written in a foreign language.

It is sent during the night.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do if you suspect identity theft?

Change your phone number.

Move to a new city.

Notify the credit bureaus immediately.

Ignore it and hope it goes away.

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