Internet Misuse
The Scout Law
Cyber Smart
True or False
100

Electronic junk mail that is unwanted and sent in large quantities to numerous recipients

What is spam?

100

To stand up for what is right. To refuse to participate in mocking and bullying others, even if your friends are doing it.

What is Brave?

100

Electronic communication sent to someone, typically messages of an intimidating or threatening nature

What is cyberbullying?

100

When you post something on the internet it will remain active for 5 years and then automatically delete.

False. Once it's out there it will remain in cyber space forever.

200

Sending pictures or messages that have sexual content in them.

What is "Sexting"?

200

Alert others to scams, cheats, and suspicious sites. Point them to reliable and accurate sources of information.

What is Helpful?

200

The illegal use of someone else's personal information (such as a Social Security number) especially in order to obtain money or credit

What is identity theft?

200

It's okay to post whatever you want, even if you are being obnoxious or outrageous, because no one besides your friends see it anyway.

False. College recruiters and future employers are now taking a look at social networking sites.

300

Using a computer to gain unauthorized access to data in a system

What is hacking?

300

To treat people with respect when you are on social networks, playing games, talking or texting on a cellphone, or in other digital activities.

What is Kind?

300

Playing online games, web surfing, and spending an excess amount of time on social media when you should be doing your homework

What is wasting time?

300

It's okay to post as much information about yourself so that anyone can get to know you well and know the kind of activities you are up to.

False. Be very careful when sharing information about your daily schedule and the activities you are involved in. Don't post that your family is on vacation. Wait until you return.

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