Learning in a digital age/LiDA102/Societal issues/Quiz

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The questions which follow provide a basic knowledge test of selected concepts covered in this learning pathway: Societal issues and the internet.

The questions published at the end of each learning pathway are re-used for the knowledge test for learners interested in earning a digital badge or certificate of participation for the Digital citizenship (LiDA102) micro-course. Please consult the Certify participation page for more information.

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True - false questions

Indicate whether the following statements are true or false:

  • Catfishing is the deceptive practice of creating a fictional online presence to lure somebody into a relationship.
    • True
      • Correct.
    • False
      • Incorrect. Have another look at the orientation quiz at the beginning of this learning pathway for a reminder about the meaning of various concepts associated with internet use - and look at the 'Online impersonation' page to learn more about catfishing in particular.
  • In 2016, there were an estimated 1 billion internet users.
    • True
      • Incorrect. Find the correct figure on the 'Internet trolling' page of this learning pathway.
    • False
      • Correct. You can see the correct figure on the 'Internet trolling' page of this learning pathway.
  • ‘Nomophobia’ is a scientific term used to describe the anxiety that arises from not having access to one’s mobile phone.
    • True
      • Correct.
    • False
      • Incorrect. Look again at the page on 'Psychological issues' in this learning pathway to find out more.
  • To prevent impersonation, Twitter does not allow parody accounts to be set up.
    • True
      • Incorrect. Have another look at Twitter's impersonation policy.
    • False
      • Correct.




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Multiple choice questions
  • Which of the following statements best sums up the principles of ‘net neutrality’? (Select one.)
    • Internet service providers must treat access to all content on the web equally
      • That’s right.
    • All content on the web should be free of charge, to allow everyone to access it regardless of income
      • No, watch the video on the net neutrality page of the LiDA102 micro-course (or do an internet search) to find the meaning of net neutrality.
    • All websites must present a balanced set of opinions
      • No, watch the video on the net neutrality page of the LiDA102 micro-course (or do an internet search) to find the meaning of net neutrality.
    • Advertising on the internet should be the same for everyone, not targeted at particular individuals
      • No, watch the video on the net neutrality page of the LiDA102 micro-course (or do an internet search) to find the meaning of net neutrality.
  • Which organisation owns ‘Free Basics’ - the application that provides users with access to selected internet services without incurring data charges? (Select one.)
    • Google
      • No - check out the ‘Net neutrality’ page again.
    • Facebook
      • Yes, that’s right.
    • The US government
      • No - check out the ‘Net neutrality’ page again.
    • Wikipedia
      • No - check out the ‘Net neutrality’ page again.
  • Which two of the following statements about trolling are supported by the resources supplied in the LiDA102 micro-course? (Select two.)
    • Internet trolling is mostly carried out by people under the age of 25
      • No - there is nothing in the resources to suggest that age is a factor.
    • Victims of trolling are usually unknown to the troll
      • That’s right - this is one of the differences from cyber-bullying.
    • Internet trolling means posting inflammatory or argumentative messages in an online community with the intention of provoking, disrupting or upsetting others
      • Yes, that is a good definition of trolling.
    • Trolls usually take satisfaction in posting using their real name
      • No - trolls usually assume a false identity for their posts.
  • Which of the following is the best definition of ‘digital redlining’ in the context of the LiDA102 micro-course? (Select one.)
    • Deleting someone’s comments on a social media post
      • No. Try again - most platforms do not provide deletion rights to normal users. Look at the Digital Redlining page of this micro-course.
    • Targeting particular social groups for advertising
      • No. Try again - look at the Digital Redlining page of this micro-course.
    • Direct or indirect discriminatory practices resulting in a lack of access to digital services for certain social groups
      • That’s right.
    • Highlighting particular social media posts for others to notice
      • No. Try again - look at the Digital Redlining page of this micro-course.