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Grade 12 | CMN Module VI Network Security Worksheet

Instructions: Circle or write the letter of the best answer for each question.
Section A: Core Network Security Concepts
1. What is the main goal of network security?
A. Increase internet speed B. Protect networks, devices, and data
C. Create websites D. Install applications
2. Which of the following is one of the three key principles of network security?
A. Confidentiality B. Connectivity
C. Compatibility D. Compression
3. Integrity in network security means:
A. Keeping systems online B. Preventing unauthorized data modification
C. Speeding up networks D. Blocking all users
4. Availability ensures that:
A. Data is encrypted B. Services are operational when needed
C. Users change passwords regularly D. Malware is removed
5. Why is network security important?
A. To reduce electricity usage B. To prevent cyberattacks and data breaches
C. To improve monitor resolution D. To increase typing speed
hich device is commonly used to block unauthorized network access?
A. Printer B. Firewall
C. Scanner D. Modem
7. Which security tool detects suspicious activities on a network?
A. IDS B. VPN
C. DNS D. FTP
8. Which security feature adds extra login protection?
A. MFA B. FTP
C. HTTP D. USB
9. What is the purpose of IPS/IDS systems?
A. To print documents B. To monitor suspicious network activity
C. To create passwords D. To replace routers
10. SIEM is mainly used for:
A. Playing media files B. Collecting and analyzing security logs
C. Designing websites D. Managing printers
Section B: Firewalls
11. Which firewall type is installed on a computer or smartphone?
A. Hardware firewall B. Software firewall
C. Cloud firewall D. Metal firewall
12. What do firewall rules control?
A. Computer user B. Allowed or blocked network traffic
C. Show and hide password D. Monitor brightness
13. A virus spreads by:
A. Attaching itself to files B. Improving security
C. Encrypting Wi-Fi D. Creating backups
14. Which malware encrypts files and demands payment?
A. Worm B. Spyware
C. Ransomware D. Trojan
15. Spyware is designed to:
A. Speed up computers B. Secretly collect user information
C. Protect passwords D. Create backups
16. Which is a prevention method against malware?
A. Disable antivirus software B. Download files from unknown websites
C. Update antivirus software regularly D. Share passwords publicly
Section C: Cyberattacks
17. Phishing attacks mainly try to:
A. Improve internet speed B. Steal sensitive information
C. Repair systems D. Install printers
18. A DoS attack aims to:
A. Improve system performance B. Overwhelm a system with traffic
C. Encrypt files D. Create user accounts
19. DDoS stands for:
A. Dynamic Data Operating System B. Distributed Denial of Service
C. Digital Domain Operating Service D. Data Detection of Security
20. Which technology helps protect against DDoS attacks?
A. Antivirus only B. Traffic filtering
C. Speakers D. Bluetooth
21. Which cyberattack tricks users into giving sensitive information?
A. Phishing B. MITM
C. DDoS D. Spyware
22. MITM attacks commonly occur on:
A. Secured wired networks B. Unsecured public Wi-Fi
C. Printers D. Offline computers
23. In a MITM attack, hackers:
A. Destroy hardware B. Intercept communication between users
C. Increase internet speed D. Block all Wi-Fi signals
24. SSL/TLS helps prevent:
A. Hardware failure B. MITM attacks through encryption
C. Power outages D. Monitor damage
25. Which network tool floods a network with too much traffic?
A. Phishing B. MITM
C. DDoS D. Spyware
26. RBAC stands for:
A. Remote Backup Access Control B. Role-Based Access Control
C. Rapid Browser Access Connection D. Router-Based Authentication Control
27. Which access control model is commonly used in military environments?
A. DAC B. MAC
C. RBAC D. VPN
28. DAC allows:
A. Only administrators to access resources B. Resource owners to set permissions
C. No user access D. Public access to all files
29. Which authentication method uses fingerprints or facial recognition?
A. Passwords B. Biometrics
C. Smart cards D. PIN codes
30. Which device is commonly used to connect a home network to the Internet?
A. Printer B. Router
C. Scanner D. Speaker
31. What is the main purpose of using WPA2 or WPA3 in Wi-Fi networks?
A. To increase Internet speed B. To protect data from hackers
C. To reduce electricity usage D. To connect more devices
32. Which of the following is an outdated wireless security protocol?
A. WPA3 B. WPA2
C. WEP D. IPS
33. Why is a guest Wi-Fi network important?
A. It increases download speed B. It protects personal devices from guests
C. It removes viruses automatically D. It turns off the router
34. What should be done to improve router security?
A. Use default passwords B. Disable updates
C. Change default login credentials D. Share passwords publicly
35. What is the SSID?
A. Router password B. Wi-Fi network name
C. Network cable D. Antivirus software
36. Why should strong Wi-Fi passwords be used?
A. To allow the network publicly B. To stop unauthorized access
C. To reduce data speed D. To cool the computer
37. Which wireless encryption standard is the most secure?
A. WE B. WPA C. WPA2 D. WPA3
38. Which encryption standard is now considered insecure?
A. WPA3 B. WPA2
C. WEP D. VLAN
39. What can MAC address filtering do?
A. Allow only trusted devices B. Increase battery life
C. Speed up typing D. Delete viruses automatically
40. Which tool checks connectivity between devices?
A. Wireshark B. Ping C. Traceroute D . Firewall
41. Which tool helps identify delays in a network path?
A. Ping B. Wireshark
C. Traceroute D. Switch
42. What does Wireshark mainly do?
A. Creates websites B. Analyzes network traffic
C. Repairs cables D. Increases storage
43. VLANs are used for:
A. Increasing monitor size B. Network segmentation and isolation
C. Encrypting passwords D. Creating malware
44. Which action helps harden network devices?
A. Ignoring updates B. Using weak passwords
C. Updating firmware regularly D. Sharing admin access with everyone
Section D: Zero Trust & Modern Threats
45. Which modern threat locks files and demands payment?
A. Firewall B. Firmware
C. Ransomware D. Spyware
46. What does Zero Trust security assume?
A. Everyone is trusted B. No device is trusted by default
C. Only phones are trusted D. Only AI and machines are trusted
47. In Zero Trust, what must devices do before accessing the network?
A. Restart B. Install games
C. Authenticate D. Print documents
Section E: Network Types & Architecture
48. Which technology is commonly used in PAN networks?
A. Bluetooth B. Satellite
C. Fiber optics D. Metro Ethernet
49. Which network is commonly used in homes and offices?
A. WAN B. LAN C. MAN D. PAN
50. Which network connects countries and continents?
A. PAN B. LAN C . WAN D. CAN
51. What is the largest example of a WAN?
A. Bluetooth B. Internet
C. Printer network D. USB cable
52. In a broadcast network, data sent by one device is received by:
A. One device only B. All connected devices
C. Printers only D. Routers only
53. What type of communication does a point-to-point network use?
A. One-to-many B. Many-to-many
C. One-to-one D. Wireless-only
54. Which network type is restricted to authorized users?
A. Public network B. Private network
C. Broadcast network D. PAN
55. A type of network that is a combination of private and public networks:
A. Private network B. Hybrid network
C. Public network D. CAN
56. Which is mainly used for internal communication in organizations?
A. Extranet B. Intranet
C. Internet D. Firewall
57. A private network with limited access for outsiders:
A. Extranet B. Intranet
C. Internet D. Firewall
58. A common network email targeting threat in Ethiopia attempting to steal login credentials for mobile
banking apps.
A. DDOS B. DAC C. MITM D. Phishing

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