WorksheetsCybersecurity Basics Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is cybersecurity?
Keeping your device looking clean
Keeping data and systems safe from cyber threats
Installing lots of apps
Using social media safely
Which password is the strongest?
12345
password
J@me5165!?
jamessmith
Why should you avoid using the same password for all accounts?
It’s too hard to remember
Someone who gets one password can access everything
Teachers can guess it
It takes too long to type
What is two-factor authentication?
Logging in with two different usernames
Using two security methods to access an account
Using the same password twice
Logging in on two devices at once
Which of the following is not a strong password feature?
Uppercase letters
Special characters
Short and simple
Numbers
What does the term “malware” mean?
Safe software
Malicious software designed to damage systems
Software updates
Tools to speed up your computer
Which type of malware disguises itself as a legitimate app?
Worm
Trojan
Spyware
Virus
Which malware watches and records what you do on your device?
Spyware
Virus
Worm
Trojan
How can malware spread through email?
Through colourful emojis
Through clicking infected links or attachments
By reading an email
By deleting an email
Why is using free, unsecured Wi-Fi risky?
It is too slow
It can spread malware to your device
It drains your battery
You need a password
What is a danger of using someone else’s USB stick?
It might be too small
It could contain malware
It won't open files
It could lose your homework
What does anti-malware software do?
Creates viruses
Detects and removes malware
Makes the computer faster
Installs games
What is a limitation of anti-malware software?
It only works on phones
It can only detect malware already in its database
It deletes all your files
It works without updates
What do firewalls do?
Clean your computer
Block unauthorised access to your device
Install updates
Improve battery life
Why are software updates important?
They add new games
They improve security by fixing weaknesses
They change your wallpaper
They delete malware
Which of these is a sign of malware?
Low storage space
Short battery life
Frequent pop-ups
New wallpaper
Which of these is not a sign of malware?
Slow performance
Low storage space
Frequent pop-ups
New toolbars
How do viruses typically spread?
Through clicking infected files or links
Through switching off your device
Through battery chargers
Through strong passwords
Which practice helps keep passwords safe?
Writing them on a sticky note
Sharing with friends
Using different passwords for different accounts
Using your first name
Which is a cyber protection method?
Ignoring updates
Disabling antivirus
Keeping software up to date
Using simple passwords
