Social Media Basics
This word means a symbol or image used to express emotions in text messages.
hat is an emoji?
Posting rude or insulting comments online to upset others.
What is trolling
A private message sent directly to another user.
What is a DM (direct message)?
Information about yourself that should be kept private online.
What is personal information?
A person with many followers who can affect what people buy or believe.
What is an influencer?
This is a short message posted on platforms like X (Twitter) or Threads.
What is a post
Harassing or bullying someone using the internet or social media.
What is cyberbullying
A response written under someone else’s post.
What is a comment / text
A secret code used to protect your accounts.
What is a password?
Content that spreads rapidly across the internet.
What is viral content?
A symbol (#) used to group posts around a topic.
What is a Hashtag
Trying to make others jealous by posting only exciting or perfect moments.
What is bragging or highlighting / Highlight reel
Sending the same message to many people at once.
What is spamming
A fake message designed to trick you into giving personal information.
Answer: What is phishing?
The computer system that decides which posts appear in your feed.
What is an algorithm?
When someone shares another person’s content with their own followers.
What is a repost or share
Pretending to be someone else online.
What is impersonation
Shortened language used online like “LOL” or “BRB.”
What is an abbreviation or internet slang?
The record of everything you do online.
What is a digital footprint?
Paid posts that promote a product or service.
What is sponsored content?
A page where a user displays their information, posts, and activity.
What is a profile
A false story or misleading information spread online.
What is misinformation?
A viral image, joke, or video spread quickly across the internet.
What is a meme?
Settings that control who can see your posts and information.
What are privacy settings?
When platforms track your activity to show personalized ads.
What is data tracking?