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WorksheetsDon't Fall for Fake - Vocabulary
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 28mins
Alexa, Cortana & Google Home are all examples of a _________. This is a piece of software that operates online and can complete simple tasks.
scam
bot
fraud
This is an attempt to scam or trick you into sharing login or other personal information online. It is usually done through email, ads or websites.
spearphishing
phishing
trojan horse
This is a scam where an attacks targets you more precisely by using pieces of your own personal information.
phishing
spearphishing
bot
A dishonest attempt to make money or gain something else of value by tricking people.
scam
trustworthy
bot
Able to be relied on to do what is right or what is needed.
trustworthy
deceptve
malicious
Real, genuine, true, or accurate; not fake or copied.
trustworthy
authentic
deceptive
Something that can be proven or shown to be true or correct.
manipulation
deceptive
verifiable
False; an action or message designed to fool, trick, or mislead someone.
trustworthy
authentic
deceptive
Someone controlling or influencing another person or situation unfairly, dishonestly, or under threat. Alternatively, things you find online may be edited to make you believe something that isn't true.
malicious
manipulation
authentic
Tricking someone in order to get something valuable from them.
fraudulent
verifiable
bot
A program that shields your computer from most scams and tricks.
manipulation
firewall
scam
Words or actions intended to be cruel or hurtful. Can also refer to harmful software intended to damage a person's device, account or personal information.
manipulation
clickbait
malicious
Creating a fake identity or account on a social networking site to trick people into sharing their personal information or into believing they're talking to a real person behind a legitimate account.
clickbait
firewall
catfishing
Manipulative online content, posts or ads designed to capture attention and get people to click on a link or webpage, often to grow views or site traffic to make money.
catfishing
phishing
clickbait
