GES Aptitude Test 2025, Trial Quiz on Cybersecurity.

Here are sample multiple-choice questions for your revision and preparation for the GES 2025 promotion exams.

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GES Aptitude Test 2025, Trial Quiz on Cybersecurity.

Sample Multiple Choice Questions for Preparation.

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1. Malware refers to:

A. Harmful software designed to damage or steal data

B. A type of firewall

C. password

D. Useful educational software

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2. The ethical use of technology and respect for others online is known as:

A. Cyberattack

B. Digital law

C. Cyber ethics

D. Cyber hacking

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3. Which of the following is an example of learner data that must be protected?

A. Lesson objectives

B. Academic records

C. School timetable

D. Homework assignments

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4. The main law governing the protection of personal data in Ghana is:

A. Electronic Transactions Act

B. Cybersecurity Act

C. Right to Information Act

D. Data Protection Act

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5. Which of these is a type of cyberbullying?

A. Peer mentoring

B. Time management

C. Academic grading

D. Cyberstalking

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6. Which of the following best explains the relationship between cybersecurity and fraud?

A. Fraud exploits weak cybersecurity systems

B. They are unrelated

C. Cybersecurity promotes fraud

D. Fraud prevents cybersecurity

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7. Which of the following is NOT a good cybersecurity practice?

A. Using strong passwords

B. Reporting suspicious emails

C. Educating students on online safety

D. Ignoring software updates

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8. Which of the following is an effective way to respond to online harassment of teachers?

A. Asking students to defend you online

B. Documenting incidents and reporting to administrators

C. Posting angry messages on social media

D. Ignoring all online abuse

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9. Which of the following is NOT part of the cybersecurity fundamentals (CIA triad)?

A. Availability

B. Integrity

C. Confidentiality

D. Accuracy

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10. The Act that established the Cyber Security Authority in Ghana is:

A. Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038J

B. ICT in Education Policy

C. Freedom of Information Act

D. Data Protection Act

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11. Which of these is the BEST first step when a student reports cyberbullying?

A. Ask the student to stop using social media

B. Document the incident

C. Remove the student from the class group

D. Publicly confront the bully online

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12. A teacher who posts students' grades on social media violates:

A. Digital ethics

B. Digital access

C. Digital literacy

D. Digital etiquette

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13. The main goal of cybersecurity is to:

A. Allow free access to data

B. Increase computer speed

C. Promote fraud prevention policies

D. Protect digital systems and data

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14. A teacher receives an email asking for login details with a suspicious link. What should they do FIRST?

A. Click the link to confirm legitimacy

B. Forward it to all staff for awareness

C. Ignore and delete without reporting

D. Verify the sender's information

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15. Why should teachers monitor learners' online activity in school platforms?

A. To detect suspicious or unsafe online behavior

B. To completely control students' private life

C. To discourage internet use

D. To punish students unnecessarily

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16. One important cybersecurity practice for teachers is to:

A. Use the same password everywhere

B. Share passwords with students

C. Click unknown links freely

D. Update software regularly

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17. Which of the following is a social engineering attack?

A. Installing antivirus software

B. Sending an infected USB drive

C. Uploading lesson plans

D. Tricking a teacher to reveal a password

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18. A teacher protecting their laptop with a password demonstrates:

A. Digital communication

B. Digital commerce

C. Digital literacy

D. Digital security

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19. What is the primary purpose of confidentiality in cybersecurity?

A. To prevent unauthorized disclosure of data

B. To protect against power outages

C. To create strong internet speed

D. To ensure information is available anytime

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20. A fake account is created impersonating a teacher. What is the most appropriate action?

A. Report the fake account to the platform administrators

B. Delete your account

C. Engage in arguments with the impersonator

D. Ignore because it's not harmful

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21. Which is an example of promoting digital citizenship among learners?

A. Allowing them to post anonymously without guidance

B. Asking them to ignore online rules

C. Teaching them how to use strong passwords

D. Encouraging them to share personal photos online

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22. Which of these is NOT a good way to prevent malware infections?

A. Avoiding suspicious downloads

B. Regularly clicking random pop-up ads

C. Keeping software up to date

D. Using antivirus software

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23. When a hacker locks files and demands money before unlocking them, it is called:

A. Ransomware

B. Trojan

C. Spyware

D. Warm

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24. Which Act provides for legal online transactions in Ghana?

A. Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038J

B. Data Protection Act

C. Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772)

D. Freedom of Information Act

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25. Backing up teaching materials regularly helps protect against:

A. Ransomware attacks

B. Social engineering

C. Faster loading speed

D. Browser crashes

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26. Which element of digital citizenship involves buying and selling online safely?

A. Digital commerce

B. Digital security

C. Digital etiquette

D. Digital access

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27. A teacher's use of weak passwords such as "12345" can lead to:

A. Password hacking

B. Stronger security

C. Free internet

D. Faster access

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28. Which of these is a good example of data protection in schools?

A. Leaving computers unlocked

B. Using encryption for student records

C. Keeping student data on open websites

D. Sharing grades on social media

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29. A fake email requesting your GES login details is an example of:

A. Spam

B. Phishing

C. Malware

D. Data breach

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30. The act of using ICT fairly, responsibly, and safely is called:

A. Cyber digital theft

B. Digital responsibility

C. Information piracy

D. Digital citizenship

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31. Which of the following is the best practice for password security?

A. Writing passwords on sticky notes

B. Using the same password for all accounts

C. Keeping passwords under your keyboard

D. Using a strong, unique password with two-factor authentication

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32. Accessing the school's online platform using public Wi-Fi exposes the teacher to:

A. Online learning

B. Cyber risk

C. Mobile safety

D. Cloud storage

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33. Why is digital citizenship important in schools?

A. It replaces classroom teaching

B. It allows learners to skip class

C. It teaches safe, responsible, and respectful use of technology

D. It reduces internet costs

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34. What is cybersecurity primarily concerned with?

A. Buying hardware

B. Protecting internet-connected systems from cyber threats

C. Only installing antivirus software

D. Avoiding use of social media

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35. The main purpose of cybersecurity is to:

A. Install software on computers

B. Block internet access

C. Protect digital information and systems from unauthorized access

D. Store data on the cloud

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