Internet Safety Awareness Quiz For Young Children

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1. I will tell my parents right away if I come across any information that makes me feel uncomfortable

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First time you see it, say something, it may harm your computer and it will certainly upset your parents.

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Internet Safety Awareness Quiz For Young Children - Quiz

This quiz tests young children on the essentials of internet safety, emphasizing the importance of privacy, communication with parents, and the dangers of social networks. It highlights key safety practices to keep children safe online.

2. It is okay to give out personal information such as my address, telephone number, parents’ work address/telephone number, or the name and location of my school without my parents’ permission

Explanation

Any info you give out can be intercepted by hackers.

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3. It's okay to respond to any messages that are mean, they'll never know

Explanation

It may make the situation worse. Just let your parents know about it.

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4. When making a password, it should be easy to remember by you and hard for others to figure out.

Explanation

Use upper and lower case letters, numbers. Do not use your name, birthday or address in it

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5. Sites for those users who are 18 years and older should be avoided by children.

Explanation

Sites that are meant for users who are 18 years and older may contain content that is not suitable for children. Therefore, it is advisable for children to avoid such sites to ensure their safety and protect them from exposure to inappropriate or harmful content.

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6. Chat groups are a great way to make new friends!

Explanation

If you can't see the person, they are not your friend. It could be an adult impersonating as a student.

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7. Downloading free games is safe to do.

Explanation

Anything free does not mean there is no consequence. You may be able to play the game but in the background, another program is running on your computer. It is best to have internet security to find these programs and delete it.

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8. Explicit content is okay to view if you are a teenager.

Explanation

Definitely not okay. Some of the content on the internet is not appropriate for pre-teens and teenagers. If you wander into these sites, be prepared for unwanted popups, trojans and viruses. Not something your parents would like to see or deal with.

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9. One hour on the computer is an adequate amount of time to surf.

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If you are playing on the computer, you need to stop and do something active instead. Too much computer will damage your eyes, affect your sleep and can be addictive. Limit is the key. Unless you are researching and you need to use it every 5 to 10 minutes.

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10. Social network sites like Twitter, Facebook, Blogger and many more, are safe to use.

Explanation

Any site that is personal, is never safe. Beware what you say and give out.

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11. Downloading music for free is a good way to save money!

Explanation

Downloading free music is illegal. Never download free music unless you are a member of legal sites.

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12. Sending someone my picture or anything else online is okay as long as my parents know about it.

Explanation

Your parents want to make sure you do not send to anyone. No questions asked.

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13. Opening all email is safe since you have internet security on your computer.

Explanation

You are only protected after you get infected. That is why it runs scans. Open email you know for sure is safe, anything else should just be deleted.

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14. If ordering a product online, you are safe to enter personal info when it is deemed a trusted and protected site.

Explanation

Confirm website address at top and lock icon at bottom right of screen to determine if it is a protected site. Do not order without a parent's supervision.

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15. Internet plagiarizing is okay to do, provided you do not use it in your own work, word for word.

Explanation

The internet is called, "the information highway" ...you can get any info you want in an instant. Unfortunately, it does not mean use it and abuse it. It is meant as a learning tool, gather facts and discover. Read and take notes is your safest best.

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I will tell my parents right away if I come across any information...
It is okay to give out personal information such as my address,...
It's okay to respond to any messages that are mean, they'll never know
When making a password, it should be easy to remember by you and hard...
Sites for those users who are 18 years and older should be avoided by...
Chat groups are a great way to make new friends!
Downloading free games is safe to do.
Explicit content is okay to view if you are a teenager.
One hour on the computer is an adequate amount of time to surf.
Social network sites like Twitter, Facebook, Blogger and many more,...
Downloading music for free is a good way to save money!
Sending someone my picture or anything else online is okay as long as...
Opening all email is safe since you have internet security on your...
If ordering a product online, you are safe to enter personal info when...
Internet plagiarizing is okay to do, provided you do not use it in...
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