Digital Footprint and Privacy Quiz

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Computers
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8th Grade
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Medium
Mr. Fuhrmeister
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one benefit of understanding your digital footprint?
It helps you become invisible online
It allows you to control your online presence
It makes you immune to online ads
It guarantees online anonymity
Answer explanation
Understanding your digital footprint allows you to manage and shape your online presence, ensuring that the information available about you aligns with your personal and professional image.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a way websites collect data?
Through user surveys
By tracking IP addresses
By using browser cookies
By reading your thoughts
Answer explanation
Websites collect data through methods like user surveys, tracking IP addresses, and using browser cookies. However, they cannot read your thoughts, making 'By reading your thoughts' the correct answer as it is not a legitimate data collection method.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you do before sharing personal information online?
Ensure the website is secure
Share it with everyone
Ignore privacy policies
Use a public computer
Answer explanation
Before sharing personal information online, it's crucial to ensure the website is secure. This helps protect your data from potential threats, unlike sharing it with everyone, ignoring privacy policies, or using public computers.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you manage your digital footprint effectively?
Ignore privacy settings
Regularly review and update your privacy settings
Share your passwords with friends
Use the same username everywhere
Answer explanation
To manage your digital footprint effectively, it's crucial to regularly review and update your privacy settings. This helps protect your personal information and control who can see your online activities.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a consequence of a large digital footprint?
Improved privacy
Increased risk of identity theft
Faster internet connection
More storage space on your device
Answer explanation
A large digital footprint can expose personal information online, increasing the likelihood of identity theft. This risk arises from the availability of data that malicious actors can exploit.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following can help protect your privacy online?
Using strong, unique passwords
Sharing your location publicly
Posting your daily routine
Using the same password for all accounts
Answer explanation
Using strong, unique passwords is crucial for protecting your online privacy, as it prevents unauthorized access to your accounts. The other options, like sharing your location or using the same password, can compromise your privacy.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a digital footprint?
A type of shoe print left on the internet
The trail of data you leave behind when using the internet
A method to track physical movements
A type of digital art
Answer explanation
A digital footprint refers to the trail of data you leave behind when using the internet, such as websites visited, emails sent, and social media activity. This is the correct definition, unlike the other options.
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