Grade 7 Pre-Technical Studies · Strand 1: Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies · Safety in the Immediate Environment
Physical Threats to Digital Devices and Online Safety
A short Grade 7 Pre-Technical Studies lesson for the CBE curriculum, part of Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies: Safety in the Immediate Environment. Learn it on any phone with notes and slides, then check yourself with a quick quiz and earn XP. This lesson is free.
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1. Which of the following is an example of computer hardware?
- A. Phishing
- B. A keyboard
- C. Cyberbullying
- D. Impersonation
2. Wanjiru spills a cup of water on a school laptop that is plugged in. What should she do first?
- A. Switch off the main socket immediately
- B. Keep typing to save her work
- C. Shake the laptop to remove the water
- D. Cover the laptop and leave it for later
3. Why should computers be connected to a surge suppressor during thunderstorms or power cuts?
- A. To make the screen brighter
- B. To protect against sudden voltage spikes that destroy internal parts
- C. To remove dust from the cooling fan
- D. To stop strangers sending friend requests
4. Otieno gets a message saying his school account is suspended and asking for his password urgently. What is the best action?
- A. Send the password quickly so the account is not locked
- B. Forward the link to classmates to test it
- C. Restart the computer's power supply
- D. Do not reply, keep the password private and report to a teacher
5. What term describes fraudulent messages or fake links sent to trick users into revealing passwords or bank PINs?
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