Internet Safety Quiz - CBSE Class 7 Computer Science

Free practice quiz: Internet Safety (CBSE Class 7 Computer Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 7 Computer Science practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Internet Safety, and 20 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is internet safety?

   1. Using the internet without a password
   2. Being aware of online threats and protecting personal information
   3. Avoiding social media
   4. Using public Wi-Fi for banking
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   Answer: B. Being aware of online threats and protecting personal information

   Internet safety refers to understanding potential online dangers and taking steps to safeguard personal data.

2. How can you tell if a website is secure?

   1. It has a padlock icon in the address bar
   2. It is very colorful
   3. It loads quickly
   4. It has many ads
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   Answer: A. It has a padlock icon in the address bar

   A padlock icon indicates that the connection to the website is secure, often shown as HTTPS in the address.

3. Which of the following is a sign of a potential online scam?

   1. Too good to be true offers
   2. Requesting personal information to verify your identity
   3. Official email addresses
   4. Terms and conditions provided
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   Answer: A. Too good to be true offers

   Offers that seem excessively appealing often indicate a scam intended to deceive individuals.

4. What does encryption do?

   1. Makes messages longer
   2. Hides data to keep it secure
   3. Is a type of internet browser
   4. Is used to create websites
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   Answer: B. Hides data to keep it secure

   Encryption encodes data, making it unreadable without the correct key, ensuring its confidentiality.

5. How can public Wi-Fi be a security risk?

   1. It is always free
   2. It can be accessed by hackers to steal data
   3. It is very fast
   4. It is used by everyone
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   Answer: B. It can be accessed by hackers to steal data

   Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured, making them easy targets for cybercriminals to intercept data.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is a good practice for internet safety?
2. What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?
3. What does phishing refer to?
4. What is a strong password?
5. What kind of information should you avoid sharing on social media?
6. Why is it important to keep software updated?
7. What does two-factor authentication involve?
8. What should you do if a stranger tries to contact you online?
9. What is malware?
10. What is the primary goal of a firewall?
11. Why is a Virtual Private Network (VPN) used?
12. What is an example of social engineering?
13. What should you do before downloading an app from the internet?
14. What is the purpose of data backup?
15. What is ransomware?

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