WorksheetsLifeSmarts Technology 2026
Total questions: 64
Worksheet time: 32mins
A formula that platforms use to decide which posts, videos, or ads you see online. Fill in the blank: __________
Algorithm
Database
Profile
Cookie
A slant or preference that affects how information is presented. Fill in the blank: __________
Algorithm
Database
Bandwidth
Protocol
An automated account that spreads content—often without human control. Fill in the blank: __________
Bot
User
Moderator
Influencer
Believing information more easily when it matches what you already think. Fill in the blank: __________
Confirmation Bias
Anchoring Bias
Availability Heuristic
Gambler's Fallacy
A source that's accurate, trustworthy, and based on facts. Fill in the blank: __________
Credible Source
Biased Opinion
Fictional Story
Rumor
A fake video or image that makes it look like someone said or did something they didn't. Fill in the blank: __________
Deepfake
Meme
GIF
Screenshot
False content that's purposely created to mislead or manipulate. Fill in the blank: __________
Disinformation
Information
Clarification
Verification
Knowing how to find, check, and use information responsibly. Fill in the blank: __________
Information Literacy
Digital Painting
Physical Fitness
Musical Talent
False or incorrect info shared by mistake or without trying to mislead. Fill in the blank: __________
Misinformation
Disinformation
Propaganda
Satire
A form of humor or exaggeration that imitates real news or events—sometimes mistaken for real information. Fill in the blank: __________
Satire
Editorial
Reportage
Memoir
Where a piece of information originally came from. Fill in the blank: __________
Source
Destination
Format
Summary
Ads made to look like regular articles or posts, often labeled "sponsored" or "promoted." Fill in the blank: __________
Sponsored Content
Native Video
Banner Ad
Pop-up
Pushing someone's limits to see what they'll allow; often an early warning sign of manipulation. Fill in the blank: __________
Boundary Testing
Gaslighting
Stonewalling
Love Bombing
Pretending to be someone else online to deceive, manipulate, or exploit others. Fill in the blank: __________
Catfishing
Phishing
Hacking
Trolling
Pressuring or threatening someone into doing something against their will. Fill in the blank: __________
Coercion
Permission
Suggestion
Encouragement
Clear, voluntary agreement; can be manipulated or ignored in online abuse situations. Fill in the blank: __________
Consent
Privacy
Security
Anonymity
Threatening to share private images or information unless demands are met. Fill in the blank: __________
Digital Blackmail
Cyberbullying
Phishing
Hacking
Taking advantage of someone's trust or vulnerability for personal gain. Fill in the blank: __________
Exploitation
Generosity
Empathy
Support
Building trust with someone, often a minor, for the purpose of future abuse. Fill in the blank: __________
Grooming
Mentoring
Coaching
Tutoring
Early warning signs—like secrecy, flattery, or isolating someone—that something might be unsafe. Fill in the blank: __________
Red flag behaviors
Positive traits
Healthy habits
Supportive actions
Picking someone based on their behavior or traits to manipulate, exploit, or harm. Fill in the blank: __________
Targeting
Ignoring
Supporting
Encouraging
Gaining someone's confidence, often with hidden intentions to use or hurt them. Fill in the blank: __________
Trust Building
Deception
Manipulation
Flattery
Features built into apps/games to keep users engaged & spending money. Fill in the blank: __________
Addictive Design
Minimalist Interface
Open Source Code
Offline Mode
A dangerous behavior where a gambler keeps betting to try to win back money they've lost. Fill in the blank: __________
Chasing Losses
Counting Cards
Bankroll Management
Hedging Bets
A psychological cycle of reward-seeking behavior, used heavily in gambling design. Fill in the blank: __________
Compulsion Loop
Cognitive Dissonance
Operant Conditioning
Confirmation Bias
The tendency to remember wins more than losses, reinforcing false beliefs about luck. Fill in the blank: __________
Confirmation Bias
Anchoring Bias
Availability Heuristic
Gambler's Fallacy
A brain chemical linked to reward and pleasure, released during risky behavior like gambling. Fill in the blank: __________
Dopamine
Serotonin
Adrenaline
Cortisol
Small or break-even outcomes that feel like wins, keeping players (Gamblers) engaged. Fill in the blank: __________
False Wins
Jackpot Moments
Lucky Streaks
Bonus Rounds
A recognized mental health condition involving uncontrollable gambling behaviors. Fill in the blank: __________
Gambling Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Schizophrenia
The appeal of immediate rewards used by gambling platforms to keep users hooked. Fill in the blank: __________
Instant Gratification
Delayed Response
Cognitive Dissonance
Long-term Planning
Needing to gamble more over time to get the same high or thrill, similar to substance addiction. Fill in the blank: ________
Tolerance
Withdrawal
Relapse
Craving
During an investigation, a suspect takes a test that tracks heart rate and breathing to check for truthfulness. What's the official name of this device?
Polygraph
Stethoscope
Thermometer
Barometer
While streaming his favorite show, Jake notices buffering. His internet provider says it's due to the max amount of data his connection can handle. What is this called?
Bandwidth
Latency
Firewall
Cache
What process verifies user identity to reduce fraud and improve compliance in crypto exchanges? Fill in the blank: ________
KYC; Know Your Customer
AML; Anti-Money Laundering
PoW; Proof of Work
DeFi; Decentralized Finance
What term describes likes, shares, and comments that businesses track to measure social media performance? Fill in the blank: ________
Engagement
Revenue
Inventory
Logistics
When Olivia downloads a new app, it asks for access to her camera, microphone, and location. What are these settings called? Fill in the blank: ________
Permissions
Shortcuts
Widgets
Notifications
When Maya logs in, the website sends a code to her phone in addition to asking for her password. What is this safety step? Fill in the blank: ________
Two-factor Authentication; 2FA; Two-factor verification
Single Sign-On; SSO
Password Manager
Biometric Authentication
Computer processors and tiny circuits are made from a material that's found in sand and is known for conducting electricity. What is this material called? Fill in the blank: ________
Silicon
Copper
Plastic
Aluminum
A company's customer service wait times are growing, so they hire another company in a different state to handle calls. What is this practice called? Fill in the blank: ________
Outsourcing
Insourcing
Downsizing
Franchising
A weather station sends data to a satellite so it can be relayed to other parts of the world. What is the name for the signal that travels from the ground up to the satellite? Fill in the blank: ________
Uplink
Downlink
Crosslink
Sideband
Bryce downloads a movie from a website that offers it for free, even though it's still showing in theaters. What is this illegal act called?
Piracy
Streaming
Renting
Sharing
This part of the computer isn't just important-it's required. It does all the thinking, handles the instructions, and runs silently behind the scenes. What is it called?
CPU; Central Processing Unit
RAM; Random Access Memory
GPU; Graphics Processing Unit
SSD; Solid State Drive
Before installing a new application, Aaliyah is asked to accept terms that outline how she can use the program and any limitations she has to copy or share it. What is this agreement called?
Software license; Software licensing agreement
User manual
Privacy policy
Warranty card
During an online class discussion, Marisol responds to a classmate's post with repeated insults and hostile language. What is the term for this aggressive online behavior?
Flaming
Phishing
Lurking
Trolling
For her 3D animation project, Ana upgrades her computer with a component designed to rapidly process graphics and visual effects. What is this piece of hardware called?
GPU; Graphics Processing Unit; Graphics card; Video card
CPU; Central Processing Unit; Processor
RAM; Random Access Memory; Memory module
SSD; Solid State Drive; Storage device
Noah downloads a graphics editing tool that is free to use, and he notices the source code is available for anyone to view, modify, or improve. What type of software is this?
Open Source Software (OSS)
Proprietary Software
Shareware
Freeware
An AI system recognizes handwriting by processing data through layers that mimic the human brain. What is this structure called?
Neural Network
Deep Neural Network
Genetic Algorithm
Decision Tree
Support Vector Machine
Lila uses a tool that gathers updates from news websites and blogs in one place, so she doesn't have to visit each site individually. What is this content delivery method called?
RSS feed; RSS
Podcast
Newsletter
Webinar
To make his resume stronger, Juan includes words that show what he did, like "organized," led, and "created." What type of words are these?
Action Words
Descriptive Words
Nouns
Adjectives
What decentralized technology acts as a tamper-resistant ledger of all transactions across a network?
Blockchain
Cloud Storage
Relational Database
Web Server
During a storm, the power shuts off in part of Noah's house. His mom says a safety device cut the electricity to prevent damage. What is this device called?
Circuit breaker
Light bulb
Thermostat
Fuse box
Isabella works remotely while living in different countries. She gets a special visa since she earns money online. What is this kind of lifestyle called?
Digital nomad
Backpacker
Expatriate
Freelance artist
What do you call someone who works remotely using technology, often traveling to different locations?
Digital Nomad
Homebody
Office Clerk
Factory Worker
When Miguel starts his job, he adjusts before deciding if he'll stay on permanently. What is this time called?
Trial
Promotion
Retirement
Resignation
What type of device helps some people who are deaf or hard of hearing detect sound using electrical signals sent to the hearing?
Cochlear implant
Pacemaker
Insulin pump
Retinal implant
Mateo works at a grocery store, helping customers and solving problems. Later, he wants a tech job. What do we call the skills he can use in both careers?
Transferable Skills
Technical Skills
Physical Skills
Job-specific Skills
Rosa regularly listens to a tech-focused series that releases new audio episodes online. The format often features guest conversations and expert commentary. What type of media is this?
Podcast; Podcasts
Blog; Blogs
Newsletter; Newsletters
Webinar; Webinars
To stay safe online, Amara updates her software, avoids public Wi-Fi for sensitive tasks, and deletes unused apps. What's the term for these routine digital safety habits?
Cyber hygiene
Digital footprint
Phishing
Malware protection
A health app stores data in a scrambled format so that unauthorized users can't read it without the right key. What is this method of protecting digital information called?
Encryption
Compression
Synchronization
Decryption
When setting up his desktop, Jonathan connects a mouse, keyboard, and printer. These external devices help him input or receive data. What are they called?
Peripheral devices; Peripherals
Internal components
Software applications
Network devices
Ava wants to use an online photo for a school poster, but her teacher says she needs permission. What protects the original creator's rights?
Copyright
Trademark
Patent
Public Domain
While doing a group project online, Tyler uses polite language, takes turns, and avoids typing in all caps. What is the word for this kind of good behavior on the internet?
Netiquette
Spam
Firewall
Malware
Noah is posting a selfie from his front yard when he realizes the photo shows his house number and the name of his street. What kind of personal detail could this reveal to others?
Location Information; Identifying Information; Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
Favorite Hobbies and Interests
Preferred Social Media Platforms
Recent Purchase History
Favorite Food Choices
Before attaching a folder of high-resolution images to an email, Marco uses a tool to repackage the files so they're easier to transmit and take up less storage. What is this PROCESS called?
File compression, Compressing files
File encryption
File extraction
File synchronization
