INTERNET SAFETY QUIZ FOR PARENTS

8. 42% of youth admit to being cyberbullied. Which of the following is a
form of cyberbullying?
a. Sharing someone’s private information online
b. Texting messages that harass
c. Sharing Buddy Lists with others without prior approval
d. All of the above
9. All of the following are examples of social networking sites EXCEPT:
a. Facebook
b. Myspace
c. Linked In
d. AIM
10. The ultimate goal of a cyber predator is always to:
a. Become online friends
b. Send sexually explicit material
c. Make phone calls
d. A face to face meeting
11. All of the following are ways the Internet can be a positive learning tool for
your child EXCEPT:
a. Building self-esteem
b. Gaining independence
c. Exhibiting self-expression
d. Increasing experience in technological wardriving
12. Which of these is NOT often a characteristic of cyber predators?
a. Wealthy
b. Well-Educated
c. Married
d. Unemployed
13. Which of the following does NOT top the list of the FBI’s Cyber Safety
Tips?
a. Never give out personal information
b. Do not send photos online
c. Always avoid calling someone you have never met face-to-face
d. Children under 10 should stay off the internet
14. The number one risky behavior for youth online is:
a. Sexting
b. Cyberbullying
c. Flaming
d. Sharing personal information
15. Which is the best way for parents to address their children’s internet
safety risks?
a. Cut off the internet entirely
b. Stealth their kids – view history, install stalking software, etc.
c. Only allow internet in parent’s presence
d. Teach them online decision making skills
Developed by Annie Lisowski, Buffalo County 4-H Youth Development Educator, July 2010