Imagine someone trying to trick you into giving them your favorite toy or snack by pretending to be your friend. Phishing is kind of like that, but online! It's when someone tries to trick you into giving them your personal information, like your password or address, by pretending to be someone you trust. This activity will help you learn how to spot these sneaky tricks and stay safe while using computers and the internet. We'll learn to be smart digital detectives! 🕵️♀️
Match the words with their meanings:
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Phishing | A. A secret word you use to log into accounts. |
| 2. Scam | B. A trick to steal your information or money. |
| 3. Password | C. Trying to trick someone online to get their information. |
| 4. Email | D. Not real or fake. |
| 5. Fake | E. A message sent electronically. |
Answers: 1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-E, 5-D
Use these words to fill in the missing spaces: password, online, safe, email, trick.
Phishing is a way to ______ people ______ to get their information. For example, someone might send you a fake ______ asking for your ______. It is important to be ______ and protect your information.
Answers: trick, online, email, password, safe
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