9th class Computer Science and Entrepreneurship, Chapter 8: Ethical, Social, and Legal Concerns in Computer Usage MCQs

1. Why is it important to use computers safely and responsibly?

1. (A) To ensure we can use them more frequently
2. (B) To protect our personal information and make wise choices about hardware and software ✓
3. (C) To make the computer run faster
4. (D) To avoid paying for software

2. What does "responsible computer usage" include?

1. (A) Choosing the most expensive hardware
2. (B) Sharing your passwords with friends
3. (C) Being cautious about what you share online and protecting yourself and others ✓
4. (D) Ignoring software updates

3. What should you check to ensure hardware and software compatibility?

1. (A) The color of the hardware
2. (B) System requirements on software packages and match them with computer's specifications ✓
3. (C) The price of the hardware
4. (D) The brand of the hardware

4. Why is it important to use strong, unique passwords?

1. (A) To make your accounts easy to hack
2. (B) To help others guess your password
3. (C) To make it harder for someone to guess your password and access your accounts ✓
4. (D) To avoid installing software updates

5. What is one reason to avoid clicking on unknown links or downloading files from untrusted sources?

1. (A) They might contain helpful software
2. (B) They might contain malware that can harm your device or steal your information ✓
3. (C) They are usually cheaper
4. (D) They help your device run faster

6. What does Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) do?

1. (A) It makes your password easier to guess
2. (B) It adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification ✓
3. (C) It removes the need for a password
4. (D) It reduces the need for software updates

7. Why should you be cautious when using public Wi-Fi for sensitive transactions?

1. (A) Public Wi-Fi is usually faster
2. (B) Public Wi-Fi networks are often less secure ✓
3. (C) Public Wi-Fi is free
4. (D) Public Wi-Fi always provides encryption

8. What is an important aspect of responsible use of social media?

1. (A) Sharing personal information like your home address
2. (B) Posting photos without considering privacy settings
3. (C) Being respectful and avoiding sharing sensitive information publicly ✓
4. (D) Ignoring privacy settings

9. What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender asking for personal information?

1. (A) Provide the information requested
2. (B) Forward the email to your friends
3. (C) Ignore or delete the email ✓
4. (D) Open the email and click on any links

10. Which of the following refers to behavior that ensures respectful online interactions?

1. (A) Online etiquette ✓
2. (B) Cyber hacking
3. (C) Instruction
4. (D) File sharing

11. The golden rule of online etiquette is:

1. (A) Ignore everyone
2. (B) Treat others with respect ✓
3. (C) Share private information
4. (D) Hack accounts

12. The physical parts of a computer are called:

1. (A) Software
2. (B) Hardware ✓
3. (C) Data
4. (D) Programs

13. Which of the following is NOT hardware?

1. (A) CPU
2. (B) Monitor
3. (C) Keyboard
4. (D) Word processor ✓

14. Hardware and software working well together is called:

1. (A) Compatibility ✓
2. (B) Efficiency
3. (C) Security
4. (D) Privacy

15. A ______ typically includes a mix of letters, numbers and special characters.

1. (A) Strong password ✓
2. (B) Username
3. (C) File name
4. (D) Email address

16. The use of strong passwords mainly protects against:

1. (A) Unauthorized access ✓
2. (B) Hardware failure
3. (C) Power failure
4. (D) Malware

17. Which of the following is an example of a strong password?

1. (A) password123
2. (B) abcdef
3. (C) 12345678
4. (D) B3tterP@ssw0rd! ✓

18. Using the same password for multiple accounts is:

1. (A) Recommended
2. (B) Safe
3. (C) Risky ✓
4. (D) Required

19. 2FA stands for:

1. (A) Two File Access
2. (B) Two-Factor Authentication ✓
3. (C) Fast File Access
4. (D) Two-Factor Arrangement

20. Which of the following provides an additional layer of security to your accounts?

1. (A) File compression
2. (B) Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) ✓
3. (C) Strong password
4. (D) Data formatting