Quiz on Phishing and Online Security

What is phishing?

• Fishing in a river

• A type of cyber-attack to steal personal information

• A fun computer game

• A way to speed up the internet

How do scammers try to trick people in phishing attacks?

• Sending fake emails that look real

• Giving away free games

• Offering free Wi-Fi everywhere

• Making computers run faster

Which of these is a sign of a phishing email?

• It asks for your password or bank details

• It comes from your best friend

• It has no spelling mistakes

• It is always safe to open

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?

• Reply and give your information

• Click on any links inside

• Delete it and tell an adult

• Share it with friends

Why do scammers use urgent messages in phishing emails?

• To make people panic and act quickly

• To help people fix their computers

• To be friendly and polite

• To sell products at a discount

What is pharming?

• A type of farming using computers

• A cyber-attack that redirects users to fake websites

• A method of making passwords stronger

• A way to fix broken websites

How do scammers use pharming?

• They change website addresses to fake ones

• They send emails with viruses

• They sell fake computers

• They give away free Wi-Fi

How can you tell if a website is real or fake?

• Check the website address (URL) carefully

• Always trust websites that look colorful

• Click on random links to test them

• Enter your password to see if it works

Why is it dangerous to enter personal details on a fake website?

• The information can be stolen and misused

• The website gives free gifts

• It makes your computer faster

• It helps you find new friends

What should you do if you suspect a website is fake?

• Close the website and tell an adult

• Enter your password to check if it works

• Share the website with friends

• Buy something to see if it is real