WorksheetsETHICS IN ICT SOCIETY
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
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Class
Date
1.
What is an ICT society?
a)
A society where people only use computers
b)
A society where technology plays a central role
c)
A society that avoids digital technology
d)
A society with no internet access
2.
What is the primary concern when balancing privacy and convenience in an ICT society?
a)
Protecting intellectual property
b)
Data collection and user consent
c)
User access to social media
d)
Faster internet speeds
3.
In the context of ICT, what does "digital divide" refer to?
a)
The gap between those who have access to ICT
b)
The space between digital devices
c)
A type of network failure
d)
A difference in coding languages
4.
What is a key characteristic of an ICT society?
a)
Limited use of mobile devices
b)
Widespread digital connectivity
c)
Avoidance of online communities
d)
Lack of social media presence
5.
Which of the following is an example of Globalization and Borderless Communication in an ICT society?
a)
A local business only serving customers
b)
A company in Asia selling products to customers in Europe via online platforms
c)
Using a landline telephone for international calls
d)
Writing letters to communicate across borders
6.
Which of the following is not a key characteristic of ICT societies?
a)
Digital divide
b)
Information as a core resource
c)
Limited access to global information
d)
Transformation of traditional industries
7.
What does PAPA stand for in the context of ethical dilemmas in ICT?
a)
Privacy, Accuracy, Property, Accessibility
b)
Privacy, Accountability, Property, Adaptability
c)
Protection, Accuracy, Privacy, Affordability
d)
Property, Accountability, Precision, Access
8.
How does Accuracy relate to ethical dilemmas in ICT?
a)
It deals with how intellectual property is shared
b)
It focuses on ensuring the correctness and reliability of information
c)
It focuses on regulating user access to technology
d)
It deals with tracking user data
9.
Why is Property a key ethical concern in ICT societies?
a)
It ensures users have free access to information
b)
It deals with who owns data and how it should be shared
c)
It prevents users from using mobile devices
d)
It regulates internet speed
10.
Which of the following best describes an ethical dilemma regarding intellectual property?
a)
Deciding whether to download pirated content
b)
Choosing between social media platforms
c)
Adjusting internet speed for online gaming
d)
Paying for an e-book
11.
What is the ethical concern related to Accessibility in ICT societies?
a)
Limited access to smartphones
b)
Ensuring equal access to technology for all individuals
c)
High costs of technology
d)
Lack of social media access
12.
How can the digital divide affect education?
a)
It prevents students from using textbooks
b)
It limits access to digital learning platforms and educational resources
c)
It encourages the use of traditional classrooms
d)
It promotes faster internet connections in urban areas
13.
What does transparency mean for ICT professionals?
a)
The ability to access any network
b)
Communicating the risks and limitations of technology to users and stakeholders
c)
Offering free access to all content
d)
Enabling hidden tracking of user data
14.
What role does security and integrity play for ICT professionals?
a)
To design unregulated systems
b)
To ensure systems are secure, reliable, and free from cyber threats
c)
To increase internet traffic
d)
To restrict user access
15.
What does social responsibility mean for ICT professionals?
a)
Avoiding any engagement with social issues
b)
Considering the broader social implications of the technology they design
c)
Focusing solely on profit
d)
Ignoring environmental impact
16.
Why is environmental sustainability an ethical concern for ICT professionals?
a)
ICT systems consume energy and contribute to e-waste
b)
ICT systems eliminate environmental risks
c)
Technology prevents environmental degradation
d)
Data centers use renewable energy by default
17.
What should ICT professionals do when handling personal data?
a)
Collect data without informing users
b)
Implement strong security measures to protect user data
c)
Share personal data with third parties without consent
d)
Store personal data in unencrypted formats
18.
Which of the following is an ethical concern related to automation in ICT societies?
a)
Providing users with a fully automated service
b)
Ensuring AI systems do not unintentionally discriminate against certain groups
c)
Allowing users to avoid using AI
d)
Ignoring the ethical impact of AI on employment
19.
How do ICT professionals ensure fairness in AI development?
a)
By ignoring data inputs
b)
By preventing biased decision-making in algorithms
c)
By automating all decisions
d)
By providing limited user access
20.
Which of the following best describes the role of ICT professionals in data protection?
a)
Ignoring security protocols
b)
Encrypting sensitive data and controlling access to ensure privacy
c)
Selling user data to advertisers
d)
Encouraging data breaches
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