WorksheetsBeware of Phishers 251-258
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 5mins
Match the following.
against the law or rules
illegal
a harmful program that copies itself onto a computer and can break the computer by damaging its programs and files
computer virus
computer software created to cause harm to a computer or computer network
malware
an illegal attempt to steal personal information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising oneself as a trustworthy friend, company, or electronic communication
phishing
intended to harm
malicious
Which of these is NOT an example of a phishing scam?
An email from your aunt
A pop-up warning about fake viruses
A message from a stranger asking you to send money
An email telling you to claim a prize
Why should you be cautious of pop-ups warning you about malware?
Clicking them can actually harm your computer.
If you don't click them fast enough, they disappear.
They usually mean your computer is already infected.
Malware is actually good for your computer.
What should you do if you think you’ve received a phishing email?
Download any attachments.
Respond with your personal information.
Label it as “Spam.”
Click any of the links that are in the email.
What is phishing?
An illegal attempt to steal your information by pretending to be trustworthy
A sport done on a boat or in a river
A series of emails to give you important information
Emails sent by new friends
Which of the following emails seems most suspicious?
A message asking you to click a link because you’ve won a prize
A message from your teacher explaining the homework
A message about a new article on a trusted website you’ve subscribed to
A message from a family member
What is the goal of phishing?
To make new friends
To get your usernames, passwords, and credit card numbers
To catch a lot of fish
To win prizes, scholarships, or money
Which of the following emails seems most suspicious?
A message from an email address exactly like your best friend’s name, except spelled wrong
A message from a family member
A message from your school about an upcoming event
A message about a new feature in Google Classrooms
