Internet safety & Digital citizenship quiz

You receive an email from a bank you don't use, asking you to update your account details urgently. What is the safest action to take?

• Reply to the email asking who they are.

• Delete the email and block the sender.

• Click on any links in the email to see what they are about.

• Give them your password to prove your identity.

When interacting with people online, which of the following is the best practice for protecting your privacy?

• Accept friend requests from anyone, even if you don't know them.

• Share personal details like your address and phone number to make new friends.

• Meet up in person with people you've only talked to online.

• Keep your personal information private and only share what you're comfortable with close friends.

Which characteristic makes for a strong and secure password?

• Write your password down on a sticky note near your computer.

• Use the same password for all your online accounts.

• Use your birthday or a common word like 'password123'.

• Combine uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and make it long.

If you or someone you know is experiencing cyberbullying, what is the best course of action?

• Save evidence, block the bully, and tell a trusted adult.

• Retaliate by sending mean messages back to the bully.

• Delete all your social media accounts immediately.

• Ignore it, as it's probably just a joke.

What does 'digital citizenship' primarily refer to?

• Assume everything you see online is true and share it widely.

• Think before you post, considering who might see it and its potential impact.

• It's okay to post anything, as long as it's about yourself.

• Share all your opinions and feelings publicly, without reservation.

What is 'malware'?

• Software that speeds up your computer's performance.

• An operating system that protects your computer from viruses.

• Malicious software designed to damage or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.

• A type of hardware used to connect to the internet.

Which action is most important for managing your online privacy?

• Accept all cookie requests from websites to ensure full functionality.

• Keep all your social media profiles public so everyone can see your content.

• Click on every pop-up ad that appears to support free content.

• Regularly review and adjust your privacy settings on social media and other online accounts.

Which of these is a good practice for data security?

• Disabling firewall and antivirus software to improve computer speed.

• Using the same email and password for all services.

• Publicly sharing your location in real-time on social media.

• Regularly backing up important files to an external drive or cloud service.

Regarding children and internet safety, which statement is true?

• Parental control software is only useful for very young children.

• Children should have unlimited screen time to encourage digital literacy.

• It's important for parents to be involved in their children's online activities and teach them safe practices.

• Online games are always safe for children of all ages.

What is the best way to determine if information found online is reliable?

• Only read headlines, as they contain all the necessary information.

• Assume all news articles found online are factual.

• Check multiple reputable sources to verify information before believing or sharing it.

• Always trust information from social media without checking sources.