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Digital Footprint

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a digital footprint?

a)

A trail of data left behind while offline

b)

A trail of data left behind while on the internet

c)

Someone else's information from an office.

2.

Digital footprint is also based on all of someone's different offline activities and all the virtual interactions they engage in over time.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

None of the above

3.

Over time a user's digital footprint may include:

(This question has more than one answer)

a)

Online browsing

b)

Sharing on Social media

c)

Window shopping at a physical store

d)

Sending an email

4.

According to your notes on digital footprint, (a)   is information embedded in digital files, photos and documents.

5.

Your digital footprint can be left on e-commerce websites when someone makes a (a)   .

6.

Using good privacy settings can help someone protect their digital footprint.

a)

False

b)

True

c)

None of the above

7.

Parents of some school students were told that their were rats in a school. They decided to post degrading messages on social media platforms about teachers of the school. Choose the best answers to remind parents how they should protect their digital footprint.

a)

Think critically before posting

b)

There is no way your action can be wrong, so post whatever you like.

c)

Eeverything you hear is always right so feel free to respond as you wish

d)

Online is a free environment. No one will know it is you if you post what you wish

8.

Samuel just subscribed to a video game online. Decide which statement is true.

a)

He is now officially free from any online tracking.

b)

He could never be traced for this activity

c)

His subscription indicates that he has added to his digital footprint.

9.
  • Joining a dating site or app, using a mobile banking app and registering your email address with a gym are all ways in which you can add to your digital footprint.

a)

False

b)

True

c)

Not possible

10.

Protect your digital footprint

Because employers, colleges, and others can look up your online identity, it’s a good idea to be mindful of your digital footprint. Choose ALL the correct tips for protecting your personal data and managing your online reputation.

a)

Limit the amount of data you share

b)

Use a VPN

c)

Double-check your privacy settings

d)

Avoid unsafe websites

e)

Create strong passwords and use a password manager