Worksheets16.2 Frauds, Scams, and Identity Theft - Finance for Teens!
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 9mins
What is a common characteristic of fraud?
It is legal in some countries.
It involves physical theft.
It is always conducted in person.
It gains a financial advantage by deceiving others.
What is the main goal of scammers?
To provide financial advice
To deceive and steal from individuals
To offer legitimate business opportunities
To help with personal finance management
How can identity theft occur?
By forgetting your password
By copying your credit card number
By sharing your favorite color
What is a phishing scam?
A legitimate marketing technique
A scam that steals data when you click a link
A scam that involves fishing for compliments
What should you do if you receive a suspicious message?
Ignore and do not respond
Click on any links to investigate
Forward it to your friends
Reply to confirm if it's a scam
What is NOT a recommended way to avoid scams?
Double-checking the sender's email address
Contacting a friend through another method if suspicious
Not acting too quickly on urgent requests
Sharing personal information freely
What should you do if you suspect identity theft?
Ignore it and hope it resolves itself
Check your credit report frequently
Share your concerns on social media
Change your name
Why is it important to not act too quickly when contacted by scammers?
Scammers are only available for a limited time
Scammers rely on creating a sense of urgency
You might miss out on a good deal
It's polite to respond quickly
What is a key feature of any scam?
Providing detailed information
Requiring in-person meetings
Offering a sense of urgency
Being endorsed by celebrities
