What is a scam?

Can You Spot a Scam? Quiz

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English
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6th Grade
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Medium
Thomas Johnson
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8 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A legitimate offer from a company
A trick designed to cheat someone out of something
A free reward for online shopping
A discount on popular items
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do scammers create a sense of urgency in their offers?
To attract more customers
To provide better customer service
To build trust with the buyers
To make people act fast and not think clearly
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which payment apps do scammers prefer and why?
PayPal, because it offers buyer protection
Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App, because the money is transferred instantly
Google Pay, because it has lower transaction fees
Apple Pay, because it is more secure
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can players avoid falling for scams on gaming platforms?
Download anything that promises special rewards
Log into games through official sites or apps
Share their password with anyone who asks
Click on any link that offers free rewards
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common con on social media that scammers use?
Offering free training sessions for a job
Asking for donations for a charity
Providing discounts on popular brands
Promising to make people famous on social media
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the article, what should you do if you get a message stating that you’ve won a free phone?
Research the company and tell a trusted adult about the message
Share your personal information to claim the prize
Ignore the message and delete it
Click on the link to claim the prize
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why should you be cautious of items that seem oddly low-priced when shopping online?
Because it's likely a scam to cheat you out of money
Because it's a sign that the seller is trustworthy
Because low-priced items are usually of poor quality
Because it's a limited time offer
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the best way to avoid becoming a victim of online scammers?
Share your password and personal information with anyone who asks
Always send money to strangers for online purchases
Click on any link that offers special rewards
Be cautious and never send money to strangers
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