Staying Safe Online Answers

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Which is true of effective passwords?

A
They mix letters, numbers, and symbols.
B
They are easy for others to guess.
C
They are difficult to remember.
D
They contain some personal information.
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Which best explains why it is impossible to avoid inappropriate content online?

A
Inappropriate content appears on all websites.
B
People are naturally inclined to seek inappropriate content.
C
Inappropriate content can be accessed accidentally.
D
Few tools exist to prevent access to inappropriate content.
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A
always
B
often
C
sometimes
D
never
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Kelly has always used "P4ssw0rd” as her password on her online accounts. Why should she change this? Check all that apply.

A
Passwords should be used only once.
B
It could be easily guessed.
C
Passwords must be unique.
D
It contains insufficient personal information.
E
Passwords should be changed regularly.
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Javier is 13 years old. He heard about a new game that he really wants to download. He found it for free online.What is the next step Javier should take?

A
check if his friends had trouble downloading the game
B
download the game to his computer
C
make sure it is the same website his friends used
D
ask a trusted adult whether he can download the game
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Privacy settings allow account owners to decide who can

A
search for them online.
B
access their accounts.
C
meet them in person.
D
view their personal information.
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Which of these are most likely to expose a computer to a virus? Select three options.

A
downloads
B
e-mails
C
social media
D
video chats
E
websites
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Which rule should be followed to stay safe online?

A
Keep inappropriate messages private.
B
Avoid sharing photos with anyone online.
C
Keep screen names private.
D
Ask an adult for permission to download.
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Scott does not use privacy settings on his social media account. He includes all his contact details on his profile and posts lots of selfies.Why is this unsafe? Check all that apply.

A
Strangers will know where he lives.
B
Strangers may comment on his posts.
C
Strangers will know his likes and interests.
D
Strangers may steal his photos.
E
Strangers will see what he looks like.
F
Strangers may use this information dishonestly.
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Javier is 13 years old. He heard about a new game that he really wants to download. He found it for free online.What is the next step Javier should take?

A
check if his friends had trouble downloading the game
B
download the game to his computer
C
make sure it is the same website his friends used
D
ask a trusted adult whether he can download the game
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Which of these are most likely to expose a computer to a virus? Select three options.

A
downloads
B
e-mails
C
social media
D
video chats
E
websites
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Which best explains why it is impossible to avoid inappropriate content online?

A
Inappropriate content appears on all websites.
B
People are naturally inclined to seek inappropriate content.
C
Inappropriate content can be accessed accidentally.
D
Few tools exist to prevent access to inappropriate content.
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An effective password can help prevent

A
viruses from being downloaded.
B
hackers from accessing information.
C
inappropriate content from being accessed.
D
scam artists from tricking people.
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Why is it important to know the risks that exist on the Internet?

A
to know when to stay offline
B
to avoid all online threats
C
to prevent computer hacking
D
to be able to stay safe online
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A
always
B
often
C
sometimes
D
never
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Which of these are illegal or scam activities? Check all that apply.

A
running a pyramid scheme
B
offering free gifts
C
threatening to harm property
D
downloading a virus
E
hacking a computer
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Why is it important for people to use privacy settings on social media sites?

A
to control who can see their activity
B
to stop others from learning they have an account
C
to prevent becoming the target of a scam
D
to ensure friends can see their activity

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