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WorksheetsY8 Computational Thinking & Online Safety
Total questions: 103
Worksheet time: 5hrs 51mins
Computational Thinking: The process of solving complex problems by breaking them down into manageable parts and developing ________ that can be implemented on a computer.
loops
coordinates
algorithms
variables
In programming, a ________ is the specific order in which instructions are executed.
sprite
stage
pattern
sequence
In a graphical environment, ________ are used to specify the position of an object on the stage.
blocks
variables
coordinates
algorithms
A ________ is a graphical object or character that can be moved and manipulated within a digital environment like a game.
loop
sprite
control
abstraction
The ________ is the background or environment where sprites interact in a program.
sequence
stage
block
variable
The process of repeating a set of instructions in a loop is called ________.
coordinate
iteration
abstraction
conditional
In block-based programming, ________ represent specific commands or functions that can be snapped together to form code.
sprites
stages
blocks
patterns
________ structures in programming manage the flow of a program, determining which code is executed and when.
pattern
control
coordinate
variable
The process of running a program to check for errors and ensure it behaves as expected is called ________.
abstraction
testing
iteration
coding
A ________ is a programming construct that repeats a set of instructions until a condition is met or for a defined number of times.
sprite
variable
loop
sequence
Writing instructions in a programming language for a computer to execute is known as ________.
decomposition
abstraction
programming
testing
Breaking down a complex problem into smaller, more manageable parts is called ________.
coordinate
pattern
algorithm
decomposition
A ________ is a step-by-step procedure or set of rules to solve a problem or perform a task.
variable
sprite
algorithm
stage
The ability to identify similarities or ________ within data or problems is known as pattern recognition.
sprites
patterns
blocks
coordinates
Simplifying a complex system by focusing on essential details while ignoring irrelevant ones is called ________.
sequence
control
abstraction
loop
A set of instructions written in a programming language that a computer can execute is known as ________.
sprite
coordinate
code
pattern
A ________ allows certain code to be executed only if a specific condition is met.
sprite
stage
variable
conditional
Which term describes a storage location in a program that holds a value and can change while the program runs?
variable
sprite
sequence
block
What is the character in Scratch is called
Cat
Bat
Sprite
Crab
Scratch is a free programming language where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations.
True
False
What is the default Sprite when you open Scratch?
Cat
Dog
Bat
Crab
What is a loop?
Starting the program
Allows something to be repeated
Ending the program
Run the program
For an action to perform in scratch , it needs first....
An event block
control block
data block
sound block
What does this green flag mean in scratch?
Nothing
Start
STOP
I don't know
What will happen when the green flag is clicked?
Add a new sprite
Make the character spin
Move the character 15 steps
Nothing
What is the backdrop area called in Scratch?
Background
area
Stage
Paint
In Scratch, a "sprite" can be resized:
True
False
An organised set of rules or steps to perform an action, is also known as...
Which word below describes the use of a repetition block?
Order
Steps
Loop
Decision
What group of blocks controls movement of the Sprite?
Control
Sensing
Motion
Look
Displays the location of your X and Y positions.
stage
coordinates
volume
What is the backdrop area called in Scratch?
Ground
Paint
Area
Stage
Which of the following will allow the movements to occur continuously to various positions?
What does this block do?
It writes notes for you
It plays a musical note
It beats the drum
What does this block do?
Repeat the code forever
Repeat the code 2 times
Repeat the code until touching the sprite
Repeating a statement more than once is called a...
Repetition
Sequence
Loop
Event
What are 'privacy settings' in an app?
Controls which limit who can see your profile
The way you control your notifications
Helps you change your accessibility settings
Which of the following is a secure password?
CatMouseChase5
12345
ABCDE
Password1
True or False: You should set your privacy settings to public on social media?
True
False
What is your digital footprint?
Your online username and password
A print of your foot, like a fingerprint
All content that you post online
Only images that you post online
What should you NOT share online?
Your Home Address
Pet's name
Favorite food
A list of your teachers
What should you NOT share online?
Your favorite Restaurant
Your e-mail address
Hobbies
Your favorite sports teams
You start chatting to a person online. They would like to meet up. Is this a good idea?
Yes - I know them it will be fine!
No
Maybe - but I'm not sure my parents would approve
Phishing emails might include... pick 2 correct responses
A believable story meant to make you click a link
Virus's sent to your computer
Catching salmon
An email from a friend
Computer code
An example of a virus could be malware, what is malware?
Corona Virus
A glitch
software that damages computers and computer systems
Something that deletes items, steals personal information, and can even hijack your computer.
Software that automatically shows or downloads advertising material when you are online.
Malware
Adware
Virus
Phishing
What best defines downloading?
transferring data from one computer system to another, typically done over the internet.
random pop up advertisements
the sides of a webpage lined with links
a piece of code that has the ability to cause damage to your system and data
What does this image represent?
Google Maps
Arizona attractions
Geotagging
Checking in on Facebook
Which are examples of Internet Fraud? Choose all that apply
Data breaches
Online donations
Phishing
Instagram hastags
What term BEST describes the ads that appear on websites that often seem untrustworthy?
coupon codes
spam email
pop-ups
cookie notices
Rosanna is reading a post about a local event that is happening. As she reads through the comments, she sees that some comments are encouraging and some are really mean. As Rosanna considers how she wants to respond about the event, what should she keep in mind about netiquette? (Clue - Golden rule)
She should use ALL CAPS to convey her passion about the event.
She should treat others the way she would want to be treated.
She should use texting slang and abbreviations so she is easily understood.
She should post her opinion as fact because she knows she’s right.
Today's digital citizens must be proactive and on the defense. What can you do to be a proactive digital citizen?
have multiple social media accounts for maximum exposure
stay logged in to public computers you access
watch out for potential dangers to electronic devices
make sure everything published online is only temporary
Why is it so important to make sure that your online identity accurately reflects your best self?
Content shared online should be considered permanent.
Inaccurate account information can create user access issues.
Pretending to be someone other than yourself is dishonest.
Posting false information creates distrust and confusion.
What someone establishes online, as a virtual representation of themselves.
Digital citizen
Online identity
Digital footprint
Phishing
Using ALL CAPS when writing online is the equivalent of...
Yelling
Excitement
Onomatopoeia
Slander
A common acronym used online is IMHO, which means...
I Might Hit Oops
In My Humble/Honest Opinion
In My House Operating
In My Honor Of
These bright, blinking “CLICK HERE” ads callded
Banners
Side advertisements
Discounts
Sneak previews
This occur when sensitive data (personal or financial information) is leaked from a secure location.
File transfers
Hacking
Data breaches
Encrypting
One of the most common examples of Internet Fraud
Hacking
credit card fraud
Gas station pumps
Stealing bank cards in the mail
As Consuela was chatting with her friends online, she received a message from someone she didn’t know who claimed to be her cousin. The person didn’t have a clear profile picture or a name that she recognized. What would be the BEST action for Consuela to take?
carry on a conversation as she would with a trusted friend
try to get the person to reveal their true identity
open video chat so she can see the person
stop communicating and tell a trusted adult
Why should internet users think carefully before signing up for multiple online accounts?
Multiple accounts run the potential of confusing people about your online identity.
The more accounts you manage, the more likely it is that one will pose a security threat.
Information provided in account setup becomes available through online search engines.
It is too hard to remember multiple passwords.
What is 'phishing'?
Trying to catch a fish
Sending messages to steal personal details
Software that causes computer failure
A website where you can input information
What is 'malware'?
Games and puzzle apps
A game that includes bad guys
Software that helps your computer
Software designed to create a virus or steal data from your computer
What is a computer virus?
A disease that you can catch from working with a computer
Information that is stored by a website
Software that copies itself. It destroys and steals data.
A problem with your software
What are website cookies?
A file that you download
Information about you that is stored by a website
A delicious baked treat in the shape of a computer
A menu to navigate a wesbite
What is a secure website?
A government website
A website where you can safely input personal information
A website that you need a login for
The police website
What is the usual symbol for a secure website?
a key
a safe
a padlock
an exclamation mark
What is plagiarism?
Stealing someone's data
Stealing someone's work and claiming it is your own
Stealing someone's bank details
Stealing someone's login details
Which one of these acts could lead to your photos, social media accounts and other important data being stolen and leaked?
Downloading trusted security software
Commenting on somebody's social media post
Telling people your password
Buying a new phone
What could you do to make your password secure? (Choose 3)
Keep it to yourself
Include a capital letter, number and symbol
Don't make it something easy (such as 'password' or your name)
Keep it recorded in your notes in your phone
You receive an email stating that your Netflix subscription has ended and to re-subscribe, you must reply with your bank account number and sort code. Is this trustworthy?
No
Yes
Which social media has been voted the most insecure to hackers (easiest to hack) according to multiple websites?
Snapchat
According to surveys, what percentage of employers would look at your social media history if you applied for a job?
74%
72%
70%
68%
Which of these are important in staying safe online? (Choose 3)
Using complex password that only you know
Not posting anything online or on social media
Only visiting secure websites
Use a trusted antivirus and security software
If you receive an email saying that there had been a failed attempt to login to your email, what should you do?
Just ignore it
Make a social media post about it
Don't trust the email
Reset your password anyway
When on social media, we should all be cautious of...
How we look in a photo
Oversharing information
If we have a charger
Whether we have Wi-Fi/mobile data
Which one should you never share on social media?
A photo of your cat
A false name
Your address
Which password is the safest?
Parrot99
parrot*1
P4rr0t$$
You can report a social media profile if
It is fake (false)
You don't like the person
The profile is unknown
When paying for something online you should connect to...
a public Wi-Fi connection
a shared Wi-Fi connection
a private Wi-Fi connection
Someone in your class has sent around an embarrassing photo of another classmate. What should you do?
Forward the photo onto other people.
Show your teacher and say what has happened.
Save it on your phone so you can embarrass them again later.
Laught at the photo with your friend.
What is the minimum age for a user account on WhatsApp?
11
13
16
18
There is no limit as long as you have parental consent
What is the age limit for a user account on TikTok?
11
13
16
18
There is no age limit with parental consent.
When was Facebook created?
2009
2004
2008
2022
Tik Tok is known in China as ...
Ching
Douyin
Dingdong
TikTok
Dīdā dīdā
What was the most popular social media platform in 2006?
MySpace
YouTube
Which social media platforms does the company Meta, run by Mark Zuckerberg, own?
Youtube
What country is TikTok from?
South Korea
USA
China
Russia
Canada
What is a third party cookie?
A cookie that two people didn't want.
A cookie which collects data about you and your browsing history and is sent to a different company that the one you are on
A cookie which collects data about you and your browsing history.
A little box that pops up on websites which I have to click.
When looking at Instagram.
What is some of the data about your usage that is being collected?
(Tick all that apply)
What you "Like", follow and unfollow.
How long you look at something
What posts you look at / don't look at
Nothing
Your location
Which Social Media Platform do you think has the highest number of Monthly Active Users (MAUs)?
Snapchat
TikTok
If social media use is free. How do the companies make money?
Donations
Advertising
Shareholders
Billionaires fund it
Government can shutdown social media company for misinformation.
True
False
I don't know
True and False
Governments can shutdown users account on social media.
True
False
I don't know.
True & False
By law, you can sue social media companies for defamation.
True
False
I don't know
True & False
Who regulates the use of social media websites.
The Government
The Social Media Company
ITC (International Technological Commitee)
ATF (American Technological Federation)
UN (United Nations)
Marketing companies somtimes use automation to follow your account in order to try and boost their follower numbers?
True
False
By default who can add you to a WhatsApp group
Everyone
Your Contacts
People you have been in chats with.
Anyone except your contacts
WhatsApp uses End-To-End encryption in order to keep messages private. Who can read these messages?
Sender, recipient(s)
Sender, recipient(s), WhatsApp
Sender, recipient(s), WhatsApp, Government
Just Sender
