Module 10
1.! Name some of the things that could happen if your purse or wallet was stolen by an
identity thief.
Answer _____
a.
!
The thief could use information to open credit cards in your name.
b.
!
The thief could use our credit card and make charges against your account.
c.
!
The thief could use your debit card and take money from your bank account.
d.
!
All of the above.
2.! What is true about a Social Security Number?
Answer _____
a.
!
Feel free to give it out to anyone who asked since the government will protect you
from harm.
b.
!
You should carry your Social Security Card with you wherever you go for positive
identification reasons.
c.
!
You should ask why someone really needs it if it is on a form you are filling out.
d.
!
None of the above.
3.! What is true about passwords and identity theft?
Answer ____
a.
!
You should use the same password for every site on the internet that requires one.
b.
!
You should use a password related to your pet’s or family’s name so that it is easy to
remember.
c.
!
You should never change a password once you have established one on a website.
d.
!
None of the above.
4.! What do you need to do to make sure to keep your information safe when paying for
something online with a credit card?
Answer ____
a.
!
Make sure the website’s URL starts with https://
b.
!
If there is an icon for a lock, make sure it is in the “locked” position.
c.
!
Do NOT store your credit card information with the company.
d.
!
All of the above.