Q.1 What does 'cyber safety' primarily refer to?
Using the internet responsibly
Repairing computer hardware
Writing computer programs
Building websites
Explanation - Cyber safety is about safe, responsible, and respectful use of technology and the internet.
Correct answer is: Using the internet responsibly
Q.2 Which of the following is an example of strong password practice?
Using '123456'
Using your name
Using a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
Using only lowercase letters
Explanation - Strong passwords include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters to make them hard to guess.
Correct answer is: Using a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
Q.3 What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?
Click on the link
Reply to the sender
Ignore or delete it
Forward it to all friends
Explanation - Suspicious emails may contain phishing links or malware. Deleting prevents risk.
Correct answer is: Ignore or delete it
Q.4 Which one is an example of phishing?
Receiving an email asking for your bank details
Downloading an app from a trusted store
Logging in to your school portal
Installing antivirus software
Explanation - Phishing is when attackers trick you into revealing personal information such as bank credentials.
Correct answer is: Receiving an email asking for your bank details
Q.5 Why is it risky to share personal details on social media?
It makes your account faster
It may lead to identity theft
It increases likes
It helps in finding friends
Explanation - Sharing personal information publicly can allow cybercriminals to misuse your identity.
Correct answer is: It may lead to identity theft
Q.6 What does two-factor authentication (2FA) provide?
Faster login
Extra layer of security
Free internet
Backup of files
Explanation - 2FA adds another verification step (like OTP or biometric) for secure login.
Correct answer is: Extra layer of security
Q.7 Which of the following is a safe online behavior?
Using public Wi-Fi for banking
Downloading pirated software
Not sharing your password
Clicking unknown pop-ups
Explanation - Passwords should never be shared to maintain account security.
Correct answer is: Not sharing your password
Q.8 What should you do if you are cyberbullied?
Reply angrily
Ignore, block, and report
Delete your account immediately
Share your password with them
Explanation - The right approach is to block the bully, report the incident, and inform a trusted adult.
Correct answer is: Ignore, block, and report
Q.9 Which of these is considered malware?
Virus
Firewall
Antivirus
Password manager
Explanation - Viruses are malicious software that harm your computer, unlike firewalls or antivirus tools.
Correct answer is: Virus
Q.10 Why should you log out of accounts on shared devices?
To save electricity
To avoid data theft
To get faster internet
To increase battery life
Explanation - Logging out prevents others from accessing your accounts on shared computers.
Correct answer is: To avoid data theft
Q.11 What is ransomware?
A program that locks files and demands payment
A safe backup tool
An antivirus update
A password reset tool
Explanation - Ransomware encrypts user files and asks for money to unlock them.
Correct answer is: A program that locks files and demands payment
Q.12 Which of the following is NOT a good password?
P@ssw0rd!
123456
GfT$92!rQ
Mango$12*
Explanation - Passwords like '123456' are extremely weak and easily guessed by attackers.
Correct answer is: 123456
Q.13 What should you avoid posting online?
Your favorite movie
Your home address
Funny memes
Vacation photos
Explanation - Sensitive details like addresses should never be shared online for safety reasons.
Correct answer is: Your home address
Q.14 Which device setting helps protect your phone from unauthorized use?
Wallpaper
Screen lock
Brightness
Airplane mode
Explanation - Screen locks such as PIN, pattern, or fingerprint protect your phone from unauthorized use.
Correct answer is: Screen lock
Q.15 What is the best way to identify a secure website?
It loads quickly
It has 'https://' in the address
It has many ads
It looks colorful
Explanation - Websites with 'https://' use encryption to secure data transmission.
Correct answer is: It has 'https://' in the address
Q.16 What is identity theft?
Using someone’s personal data illegally
Buying things online
Installing software
Sharing funny photos
Explanation - Identity theft involves stealing personal information for fraudulent purposes.
Correct answer is: Using someone’s personal data illegally
Q.17 Which one of these should you update regularly?
Software and apps
Desktop wallpaper
Recycle bin
Game scores
Explanation - Updating software helps patch security vulnerabilities.
Correct answer is: Software and apps
Q.18 Why should you avoid free unverified downloads?
They slow down your computer
They may contain malware
They look boring
They delete your files automatically
Explanation - Unverified downloads often carry viruses or spyware.
Correct answer is: They may contain malware
Q.19 Which of the following is an example of social engineering?
A hacker asking for your password pretending to be IT staff
Running an antivirus scan
Blocking pop-up ads
Updating your OS
Explanation - Social engineering manipulates people into giving away confidential information.
Correct answer is: A hacker asking for your password pretending to be IT staff
Q.20 What should you do before clicking on a link in an email?
Click it immediately
Hover to see the actual URL
Reply to the sender first
Forward it to your friends
Explanation - Hovering lets you preview where the link leads to avoid phishing.
Correct answer is: Hover to see the actual URL
Q.21 What is spyware?
Software that secretly monitors your activity
Software that speeds up your PC
A game booster
A browser update
Explanation - Spyware is malicious software that secretly collects user data.
Correct answer is: Software that secretly monitors your activity
Q.22 Which of the following is a safe way to use public Wi-Fi?
Accessing banking sites
Using a VPN
Sharing files openly
Logging in without logout
Explanation - VPNs encrypt your data and protect you on insecure public Wi-Fi.
Correct answer is: Using a VPN
Q.23 Why is antivirus software important?
It makes your PC colorful
It protects against malware
It increases battery life
It stores passwords
Explanation - Antivirus detects and removes malicious software.
Correct answer is: It protects against malware
Q.24 What should you do if a website asks for unnecessary personal details?
Provide all details
Provide fake details
Avoid filling them
Ignore and continue
Explanation - Websites should only request necessary information; avoid giving extra personal data.
Correct answer is: Avoid filling them
Q.25 What is a digital footprint?
The trace of your online activities
An app for counting steps
A backup of your files
The size of your hard disk
Explanation - A digital footprint refers to the record of your online actions.
Correct answer is: The trace of your online activities