Sid 2010 Quiz En
This quiz is organised by Insafe, the European internet safety awareness network, to mark Safer Internet Day 2010, 9 February. You have to be between 9-15 years of age to take the quiz and qualify for a prize. The quiz reflects the theme of Safer Internet Day 2010, "Think before you post!"
After 31 March, quiz winners from countries within the Insafe network will be selected and announced, on the basis of their total scores. Make sure you check your email regularly after that date. Insafe countries are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Read moreHungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. The quiz is open for contestants from other countries too. For more information, visit www. Saferinternet. Org
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I found an embarrassing picture of myself on the profile page of a classmate! I don’t want this picture to circulate… I’ve asked my classmate to remove the picture, but with no result. What can I do?(Several answers are possible)
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Wait a little bit longer, maybe he will still take the picture off; if not, remind him again.
- B.
Immediately inform the website administrators asking them to remove the picture.
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If he does not react, you cannot do much. If you don't want to seem uncool, just drop it. In the end, what harm can it do?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Wait a little bit longer, maybe he will still take the picture off; if not, remind him again.
B. Immediately inform the website administrators asking them to remove the picture.Explanation
Contact a website admin if you find any content on a website that you think is inappropriate. Remember that your picture is a personal piece of information and you should decide how it can be used.Rate this question:
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My friend has taken gorgeous pictures of me in my bikini. I am tempted to use them in my profile. (Several answers are possible)
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This is the perfect opportunity to show everyone how good you look. Just do it!
- B.
Send the pics to your closest friends, asking them not to forward them.
- C.
Keep the pictures for yourself, unless you want to risk them being misused.
Correct Answer(s)
B. Send the pics to your closest friends, asking them not to forward them.
C. Keep the pictures for yourself, unless you want to risk them being misused.Explanation
It is not a good idea to post revealing pictures online because you never know where they will end up. Your picture can stay online forever.Rate this question:
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I'm creating my own website. I found some nice images on the internet that would look good on it. Is there a concern with that?
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No. The internet is a public place. Everyone is free to use the material available on it.
- B.
Why should there be a concern? If it is possible to copy and paste there should not be a problem.
- C.
Check the copyright rules first because not all material found online is free to use.
Correct Answer
C. Check the copyright rules first because not all material found online is free to use.Explanation
A lot of material found on the internet is protected by copyright. That means that it may not be available for use free of charge. Check the rules before you use something that you find online.Rate this question:
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I accept all "friend" requests I get, even from people I don’t know. I would love to have the most contacts among all my friends!
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Yes, that's the point of having an online profile: to show how popular you are.
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Friends' are not about competition. In any case make sure to set the right privacy settings on your profile.
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That’s what the fun is about. Your friends will envy you.
Correct Answer
B. Friends' are not about competition. In any case make sure to set the right privacy settings on your profile.Explanation
Socialising on the internet should be fun, it is not a competition - Be yourself!Rate this question:
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I found a photo of myself that I really don’t like on somebody’s blog. What shall I do?
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Nothing, it’s normal that people upload photos on their profiles and blogs.
- B.
Ask the blog owner to remove it. If that does not happen, contact the website administrator.
- C.
Check if you have some ugly photos of that person and upload them to your profile!
Correct Answer
B. Ask the blog owner to remove it. If that does not happen, contact the website administrator.Explanation
It is important to address the issue of the photo that you dislike by directly communicating with the blog owner and requesting them to remove it. If they do not comply, the next step would be to escalate the matter to the website administrator for further assistance. This approach shows assertiveness and respect for one's own privacy and personal image.Rate this question:
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I accidentally sent an SMS to an unknown person who started sending messages asking me private questions. What shall I do?
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Don’t write back. If the person insists block the contact by contacting your telephony provider.
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Show the messages to your friends and have fun writing back.
- C.
You could answer back. After all, it's nice to meet people spontaneously.
Correct Answer
A. Don’t write back. If the person insists block the contact by contacting your telephony provider.Explanation
It is important not to engage with unknown individuals who are asking private questions. The safest course of action is to not respond to their messages. If the person persists and continues to send messages, it is recommended to block their contact. Contacting your telephony provider can help in blocking the person and ensuring your safety.Rate this question:
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I moved to new town and I would like to show my friends where I live. Any ideas?
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Upload photos with an online map on your profile page.
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Put your new address and pictures on your blog.
- C.
Send the address and pictures only to your close friends, by email for instance.
Correct Answer
C. Send the address and pictures only to your close friends, by email for instance.Explanation
Sending the address and pictures only to close friends through email is the most appropriate option because it ensures privacy and limits access to personal information. Sharing the information on a profile page or blog may expose it to a wider audience, which may not be desirable.Rate this question:
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I have loads of school photos of my friends and me. Some are really funny! I wanted to create an album presenting my friends. Should I share it online?
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Sure, why not? Pictures are there for sharing.
- B.
Create a private album and invite only your closed circle of friends.
- C.
Ask your friends' approval to publish their photos before doing so.
Correct Answer
C. Ask your friends' approval to publish their photos before doing so.Explanation
It is important to ask for your friends' approval before publishing their photos online in order to respect their privacy and ensure their consent. This shows consideration for their feelings and allows them to have control over their own image and personal information.Rate this question:
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I’m am creating my blog and want to put some music on it. What can I use?
- A.
Some music you've composed yourself.
- B.
Some music of my favourite group.
Correct Answer
A. Some music you've composed yourself.Explanation
The correct answer is "Some music you've composed yourself." This option suggests that the person creating the blog can use their own composed music to add to their blog. This implies that they have the ability to create original music and can showcase their talent by incorporating it into their blog.Rate this question:
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What’s the worst that can happen when I leave Bluetooth activated on my mobile?
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The battery of your mobile phone may run out.
- B.
A hacker can listen to your conversations, make phone calls and use your contact list.
- C.
You may receive material like pictures and messages that you have not asked for from strangers.
Correct Answer
B. A hacker can listen to your conversations, make phone calls and use your contact list.Explanation
Leaving Bluetooth activated on your mobile phone can potentially allow hackers to gain unauthorized access to your device. They can listen to your conversations, make phone calls, and even use your contact list without your knowledge or consent. This can lead to privacy breaches and potential misuse of your personal information. It is important to be cautious and disable Bluetooth when not in use to protect your device and data.Rate this question:
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