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Online Safety Pre Test

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

If I can find it online, it must be true.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Just because there is an email address listed on the website, it does not mean it must be a legitimate source.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

“I can see the logo of the White House, so that means that it’s real. I can obviously trust the information from this website.”

a)

True

b)

False

4.

I should always compare the information I find online with at least TWO other resources.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

The website looks really official. The information it offers must be true.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

“It is clear who wrote the content because there contact information and the information seems current and error-free. I can safely use this information for my homework assignment.”

a)

True

b)

False

7.

I should always be a skeptic when it comes to information that I find online.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

There are a lot of graphs and charts on the site. With all this information, it must be true.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

I should always think about what’s missing from a website.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

I should always review the sources (or author) of the website.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

Which one of the following is NOT a guideline for creating passwords?

a)

Make some letters uppercase and some lowercase.

b)

Choose first letters or symbols of familiar words

c)

Use your name and birthday

d)

Use your favorite team or animal

12.

Mr. Guidry has a habit of using the same password for everything! Which of the following statements is TRUE about that habit?

a)

It’s easy to remember and keeps passwords safe.

b)

It makes everything simple.

c)

He is old and can’t remember different passwords so it’s ok.

d)

It’s not ok. Each password should be different.

13.

What does sending a message or email in all caps mean?

a)

That youre happy.

b)

That you’re yelling.

c)

That you can’t hear.

d)

Nothing.

14.

Why is it BAD to click on a link in an email from an unknown source?

a)

It can allow malware or viruses to invade the device.

b)

It is ok. Nothing will happen.

c)

As long as it doesn’t take me to anything inappropriate, I’m good.

d)

It will steal all you’re information.

15.

When is it ok to give out your personal information or schedule to someone online?

a)

When your parents give you permission, it’s ok.

b)

In gaming online forums, it’s cool.

c)

When you give it to someone your own age, it’s ok.

d)

It’s never ok.

16.

Which of the following sources is generally considered the least reliable?

a)

A peer-reviewed academic journal.

b)

A government website (.gov).

c)

A personal blog.

d)

A university website (.edu).

17.

A local business is robbed. The following accounts are reported immediately. Which should you verify before believing or sharing?

a)

A tweet with an eyewitness account of a possible getaway car.

b)

A news story stating the amount of money the thief may have taken.

c)

Pictures of a person some believe may be the thief.

d)

All of the above.