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Cyberbullying and Online Harassment

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What is the term used to describe the intentional and repeated harm inflicted through the use of electronic devices?

  1. Cyberbullying

  2. Online harassment

  3. Cyberstalking

  4. Trolling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cyberbullying is the intentional and repeated harm inflicted through the use of electronic devices, such as computers, cell phones, and tablets.

Which of the following is NOT a common form of cyberbullying?

  1. Sending hurtful or threatening messages

  2. Spreading rumors or false information

  3. Posting embarrassing photos or videos without consent

  4. Liking or sharing someone's posts without their permission


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While liking or sharing someone's posts without their permission can be annoying, it is not considered a form of cyberbullying.

What is the primary difference between cyberbullying and traditional bullying?

  1. Cyberbullying is more anonymous.

  2. Cyberbullying can reach a wider audience.

  3. Cyberbullying is more likely to be permanent.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cyberbullying is more anonymous, can reach a wider audience, and is more likely to be permanent than traditional bullying.

What are some of the potential consequences of cyberbullying for victims?

  1. Depression and anxiety

  2. Low self-esteem

  3. Suicidal thoughts or behaviors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cyberbullying can have a number of negative consequences for victims, including depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts or behaviors.

What should you do if you are being cyberbullied?

  1. Ignore the bully and don't respond.

  2. Block the bully from contacting you.

  3. Report the bully to the website or app where the bullying is taking place.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If you are being cyberbullied, you should ignore the bully and don't respond, block the bully from contacting you, and report the bully to the website or app where the bullying is taking place.

What are some of the laws that protect people from cyberbullying?

  1. The Cyberbullying Prevention Act

  2. The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

  3. The Communications Decency Act (CDA)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are a number of laws that protect people from cyberbullying, including the Cyberbullying Prevention Act, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the Communications Decency Act (CDA).

What can parents do to help prevent their children from being cyberbullied?

  1. Talk to their children about cyberbullying.

  2. Monitor their children's online activity.

  3. Set limits on their children's screen time.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parents can help prevent their children from being cyberbullied by talking to them about cyberbullying, monitoring their children's online activity, and setting limits on their children's screen time.

What can schools do to help prevent cyberbullying?

  1. Educate students about cyberbullying.

  2. Create a safe and supportive school environment.

  3. Have a clear policy against cyberbullying.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Schools can help prevent cyberbullying by educating students about cyberbullying, creating a safe and supportive school environment, and having a clear policy against cyberbullying.

What can the government do to help prevent cyberbullying?

  1. Pass laws against cyberbullying.

  2. Enforce existing laws against cyberbullying.

  3. Educate the public about cyberbullying.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government can help prevent cyberbullying by passing laws against cyberbullying, enforcing existing laws against cyberbullying, and educating the public about cyberbullying.

What is the best way to stop cyberbullying?

  1. There is no one-size-fits-all solution.

  2. It requires a collaborative effort from individuals, schools, and the government.

  3. Education and awareness are key.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There is no one-size-fits-all solution to stopping cyberbullying. It requires a collaborative effort from individuals, schools, and the government. Education and awareness are key.

What is the difference between cyberbullying and online harassment?

  1. Cyberbullying is typically carried out by peers, while online harassment can come from anyone.

  2. Cyberbullying is more likely to be anonymous, while online harassment is more likely to be public.

  3. Cyberbullying is more likely to cause emotional distress, while online harassment is more likely to cause physical harm.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cyberbullying is typically carried out by peers, while online harassment can come from anyone. Cyberbullying is more likely to be anonymous, while online harassment is more likely to be public. Cyberbullying is more likely to cause emotional distress, while online harassment is more likely to cause physical harm.

What are some of the legal consequences of cyberbullying?

  1. Cyberbullying can be a crime in some jurisdictions.

  2. Cyberbullying can lead to civil lawsuits.

  3. Cyberbullying can lead to school disciplinary action.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cyberbullying can be a crime in some jurisdictions. Cyberbullying can lead to civil lawsuits. Cyberbullying can lead to school disciplinary action.

What are some of the psychological effects of cyberbullying?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Low self-esteem

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem are all common psychological effects of cyberbullying.

What are some of the physical effects of cyberbullying?

  1. Headaches

  2. Stomachaches

  3. Sleep problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Headaches, stomachaches, and sleep problems are all common physical effects of cyberbullying.

What should you do if you are being cyberbullied?

  1. Tell a trusted adult.

  2. Block the bully.

  3. Report the bully to the website or app where the bullying is taking place.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If you are being cyberbullied, you should tell a trusted adult, block the bully, and report the bully to the website or app where the bullying is taking place.

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