Data Privacy and Security Quiz

Grade 6 · Technology · Quiz

Test your understanding of online safety, personal data protection, and digital security practices.

Questions

  1. Which of the following is the STRONGEST password?

    1. password123
    2. Tr0ub4dor&3
    3. myname2012
    4. abc123
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    Answer: Tr0ub4dor&3

    Tr0ub4dor&3 is strong because it mixes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and a special character, making it very hard to guess.

  2. What should you do if you receive an unexpected email asking for your password?

    1. Reply with your password
    2. Click the link in the email to check if it is real
    3. Delete or ignore it and report it as phishing
    4. Forward it to all your friends
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    Answer: Delete or ignore it and report it as phishing

    Unexpected emails asking for passwords are almost always phishing attempts. You should never reply with sensitive info or click unknown links. Report and delete it.

  3. It is safe to share your full name, school name, and address on a public social media profile.

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    Answer: False

    Sharing personal details like your school and address publicly can let strangers know where to find you, which is a serious safety risk.

  4. What does encryption do to data?

    1. Deletes it permanently
    2. Scrambles it so only authorized people can read it
    3. Copies it to a backup server
    4. Makes it load faster
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    Answer: Scrambles it so only authorized people can read it

    Encryption converts data into an unreadable format using a mathematical algorithm. Only someone with the correct decryption key can read the original data.

  5. Which browser address bar indicator shows a connection is secure?

    1. http://
    2. ftp://
    3. https://
    4. www.
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    Answer: https://

    HTTPS uses TLS/SSL encryption. The 'S' stands for 'Secure'. HTTP connections are unencrypted and less safe.

  6. What is a cookie in the context of web browsing?

    1. A type of malware that destroys files
    2. A small file websites store on your device to remember your preferences and activity
    3. A password manager tool
    4. An encrypted message
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    Answer: A small file websites store on your device to remember your preferences and activity

    Cookies are small text files stored by websites on your browser to remember your login, preferences, or browsing behavior. They are not malware by default.

  7. Two-factor authentication requires you to verify your identity in two separate ways before logging in.

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    Answer: True

    2FA adds a second verification step (like a text code or authentication app) so that a stolen password alone is not enough to access your account.

  8. Malicious software designed to harm or gain unauthorized access to a computer is called ______.

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    Answer: malware

    Malware (short for malicious software) is an umbrella term for viruses, spyware, ransomware, and other harmful programs designed to damage or infiltrate systems.

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