Phishing Awareness Quiz

What is phishing?

• A type of fishing

• A method to steal personal information

• A legitimate email practice

• None of the above

Which of the following is considered private information?

• Your favorite color

• Your address

• Your favorite food

• Your hobbies

What does identity theft involve?

• Stealing money from a bank

• Using someone else's personal information

• Breaking into a home

• None of the above

How can identity theft occur online?

• Through secure websites

• By sharing passwords with friends

• Via phishing emails

• By using strong passwords

Which is a common sign of a phishing email?

• A personal greeting

• Poor spelling and grammar

• A recognizable sender

• A clear subject line

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?

• Click the links to see what happens

• Delete it immediately

• Reply to the sender

• Share it with friends

What does a shortened URL often hide?

• The full web address

• The sender's identity

• The email subject

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a method used by scammers?

• Creating fake websites

• Sending fake social media messages

• Offering free items in person

• Sending fake emails

What should you do if a website asks for personal information?

• Provide all requested information

• Verify the website's legitimacy

• Ignore the request

• Share it with friends

Which email might be a phishing attempt?

• From your teacher with an assignment

• From a bank asking for your password

• From a friend about a party

• From a newsletter you subscribed to