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Identity theft - review

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Identity theft is a crime that is increasing in America today.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Identity theft happens every 2 seconds today.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

Identity thieves use both physical (stealing wallets) and electronic methods (hacking / phishing).

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Shredding your personal documents is a good way to protect your identity.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

It is a good idea to always carry your Social Security card to protect it.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

Identity theft can affect a person's

a)

Credit

b)

Medical Records

c)

Criminal record

d)

All of the above

7.

If you are caught stealing someone's identity, then you can go to jail.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

What information is needed by identity theives to open a fake credit card.

a)

Name

b)

Birthdate

c)

Social Security number

d)

All of the above

9.

Being a victim of Identity theft can cause a great deal of emotional stress.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

An ATM that is owned by a bank is always safe to use.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

Some ATM skimming devices are so small that people don't notice them

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Before you use any ATM machine, you should always check it for skimmer devices and cameras.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

When you type you pin number into an ATM, be sure to cover the number pad with your hand.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

What information should a person look for to see if a website is secure.

a)

HTTPS

b)

Green color padlock

c)

Company social media page or phone number

d)

All of the above

15.

If you receive an email, it is always safe to click on the attached links.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Having more than one email is a good strategy to protect your identity.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Its safe to buy online from websites that start with HTTP.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

Which of the following is an example of a strong password.

a)

Password

b)

P@$$wORd1*

c)

PASSWORD1234

19.

If someone calls you and says that they need your private information, you should

a)

Give it to them

b)

Hang up the phone

c)

Ask them why they need it

20.

Two-factor identification is a good way to keep your online accounts protected

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Posting private information (vacation pictures, your birthday, your pet's name) on social media is harmless.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Where can online phishing scams take place?

a)

Email

b)

Text Messages

c)

Social Media

d)

All of the above

23.

Its safe to click on links found in text messages and emails.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

If you think an email is a scam, you should forward it to your friends and family to warn them.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Having strong passwords and changing them frequently is a good way to protect your identity.

a)

True

b)

False