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Cyber Ethics Test: MCQs & Short Answers

The document outlines a 20 marks test structure on Cyber Ethics and Digital Practices, divided into three sections: Multiple Choice Questions (5 marks), Short Questions (9 marks), and a Long Question (6 marks). It includes specific instructions for each section and a note indicating that the total marks generated by the test structure is 19. The questions cover topics such as cyberethics, netiquette, digital property rights, and intellectual property rights.

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Cyber Ethics Test: MCQs & Short Answers

The document outlines a 20 marks test structure on Cyber Ethics and Digital Practices, divided into three sections: Multiple Choice Questions (5 marks), Short Questions (9 marks), and a Long Question (6 marks). It includes specific instructions for each section and a note indicating that the total marks generated by the test structure is 19. The questions cover topics such as cyberethics, netiquette, digital property rights, and intellectual property rights.

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20 Marks Test: Cyber Ethics and Digital Practices

Marks No. of
Section Question Type Total Marks
per Q Qs

Multiple Choice
A 1 5 5
Questions (MCQs)

B Short Questions (SQ) 3 3 9

C Long Question (LQ) 6 1 6

TOTAL 20 Marks

(Note: The test structure requested


generates a total of 19 marks.)

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Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (5 Marks)

Instructions: Choose the most appropriate answer. (1 mark each)

1. Cyberethics is defined as a branch of computer technology behavior that sets the best
practices users must adopt when operating a computer system. The primary goal of
Cyberethics is to:

A) Protect inventions through patents.


B) Restrict the distribution of proprietary software.
C) Propagate good online behavior that is not harsh or rude.
D) Provide affordable access to technology for low-income families.

2. Which guideline of Netiquette advises against sending repetitive or unnecessary


messages and also suggests aiming to respond to important messages in a timely manner
(e.g., within 24 hours)? A) Be Mindful of Tone.
B) Respect Privacy.
C) Respect Others’ Time.
D) Handle Conflicts Calmly.

3. Which type of software license allows users to view, modify, and distribute the
software's source code, promoting collaboration and transparency?

A) Proprietary License.
B) Trademark License.
C) Open Source License.
D) Digital Rights Management (DRM).

4. Plagiarism is the unethical act of using someone else's work, ideas, or expressions
without proper acknowledgment. When a user reuses their own previously published work
without acknowledgment, this is specifically known as:

A) Direct Plagiarism. B) Mosaic Plagiarism. C) Accidental Plagiarism. D) Self-


Plagiarism.
5. In the context of e-commerce security, what key technique ensures that information
exchanged between users and websites is protected from interception by scrambling the
data?

A) Terms of Service Agreements.


B) Phishing Scams.
C) Encryption (e.g., via HTTPS).
D) Freedom of Information (FOI).
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Section B: Short Questions (9 Marks)

Instructions: Answer the following questions briefly. (3 marks each)

1. Define the Digital Divide. Discuss three of the key aspects that characterize this gap
between individuals. (3 marks)

2. Explain Digital Property Rights (DPR). Identify and define two specific aspects of DPR
mentioned in the sources. (3 marks)

3. Describe how Netiquette guides users to "Be Respectful and Courteous" and how it
guides them to "Be Clear and Concise." (3 marks)

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Section C: Long Question (6 Marks)

Instructions: Answer the following question comprehensively. (6 marks)

1. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) provide legal protection for creations. Define IPR and
discuss four distinct types of IPR mentioned in the sources, providing an example for
each. (5 marks)

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