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GRADE 7

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 40mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is data security?

a)

Protecting computer hardware

b)

Protecting data from unauthorized access and alterations

c)

Protecting software from viruses

2.

To be effective, anti-virus software must...

a)

be regularly updated

b)

used only when you think there is a virus on your device(s)

c)

make regular scans

d)

be the latest version of the anti-virus software available

e)

be used alongside a firewall, to cover all potential threats

3.
Plugging the computer nto the wall power outlet will protect it from damage.
a)
True
b)
False
4.
Backing up data involves creating multiple copies of your data and saving them to _______.
a)
an external Hard Drive
b)
a CD
c)
the Cloud 
d)
All of the Above
5.
Can flames melt hardware components of the computer?
a)
Yes
b)
No
6.
Why is it important to update software?
a)
To save money
b)
For the computer to work
c)
To have the latest protection
d)
To avoid having to back up
7.
Data should be backed up.....
a)
Never
b)
When you remember
c)
Regularly
d)
After an attack
8.
What do you call the feature that checks you are not a robot / hacking program?
a)
Captcha
b)
Proover
c)
Tester
d)
Grabber
9.
Which one is an example of 'physical security'
a)
firewall
b)
spam filter
c)
locked door
d)
Anti-virus software
10.

What is a strong password?

a)

12345

b)

MyDog'sName

c)

P@ssw0rd

d)

abcdef

11.

Which of the following is an example of personal information?

a)

The capital of France

b)

Your favorite color

c)

The length of the Nile River

d)

The periodic table of elements

12.

Why is it important to regularly update your software and apps?

a)

To make your device look newer

b)

To add new features

c)

To fix security vulnerabilities

d)

To make your device run faster

13.

What is phishing?

a)

A way to catch fish

b)

A cyber attack that tricks people into revealing personal information

c)

A computer game

d)

A type of social media platform

14.

Which of the following is a strong authentication method?

a)

Using the same password for all accounts

b)

Two-factor authentication (2FA)

c)

Writing your password on a sticky note

d)

Sharing your password with a friend

15.

What does a firewall do?

a)

Protects your computer from overheating

b)

Blocks unauthorized access to your network

c)

Creates a virtual barrier around your computer

d)

Cleans viruses from your computer

16.

Why should you be cautious when sharing personal information online?

a)

It's fun to share personal information

b)

Personal information is never at risk online

c)

It can be used for identity theft or fraud

d)

Everyone you meet online is trustworthy

17.

What is encryption?

a)

A type of computer virus

b)

A way to hide your identity online

c)

A method to protect data by making it unreadable without a key

d)

A type of computer game

18.

Which of the following is NOT a safe way to store passwords?

a)

Writing them down on a sticky note

b)

Using a password manager

c)

Memorizing them

d)

Storing them in an encrypted file

19.

What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender with suspicious links?

a)

Click on the links to see where they lead

b)

Forward the email to all your friends

c)

Delete the email and do not click on any links

d)

Reply to the email asking for more information

20.

What is a backup?

a)

A copy of your data stored in another location

b)

A type of computer virus

c)

A security tool for preventing data loss

d)

A type of computer game