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

A. Cybersecurity Act

B. Right to Information Act

C. Electronic Transactions Act

D. Data Protection Act

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

A. Digital communication

B. Digital literacy

C. Digital commerce

D. Digital security

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

A. Digital ethics

B. Digital literacy

C. Digital etiquette

D. Digital access

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

A. Publicly confront the bully online

B. Document the incident

C. Ask the student to stop using social media

D. Remove the student from the class group

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

A. Phishing

B. Spam

C. Malware

D. Data breach

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

A. To discourage internet use

B. To completely control students' private life

C. To detect suspicious or unsafe online behavior

D. To punish students unnecessarily

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

A. Avoiding suspicious downloads

B. Keeping software up to date

C. Using antivirus software

D. Regularly clicking random pop-up ads

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

A. Forward it to all staff for awareness

B. Ignore and delete without reporting

C. Click the link to confirm legitimacy

D. Verify the sender's information

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

A. Ransomware

B. Warm

C. Trojan

D. Spyware

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10. One important cybersecurity practice for teachers is to:

A. Update software regularly

B. Share passwords with students

C. Click unknown links freely

D. Use the same password everywhere

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

A. Keeping passwords under your keyboard

B. Using the same password for all accounts

C. Writing passwords on sticky notes

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

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12. Malware refers to:

A. A type of firewall

B. Harmful software designed to damage or steal data

C. Useful educational software

D. password

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

A. Data Protection Act

B. ICT in Education Policy

C. Freedom of Information Act

D. Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038J

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

A. Integrity

B. Accuracy

C. Availability

D. Confidentiality

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15. Backing up teaching materials regularly helps protect against:

A. Faster loading speed

B. Social engineering

C. Browser crashes

D. Ransomware attacks

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16. 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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17. Why is digital citizenship important in schools?

A. It replaces classroom teaching

B. It allows learners to skip class

C. It reduces internet costs

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

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

A. Cyber hacking

B. Digital law

C. Cyberattack

D. Cyber ethics

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19. The main goal of cybersecurity is to:

A. Protect digital systems and data

B. Promote fraud prevention policies

C. Allow free access to data

D. Increase computer speed

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

A. Teaching them how to use strong passwords

B. Encouraging them to share personal photos online

C. Allowing them to post anonymously without guidance

D. Asking them to ignore online rules

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

A. Installing antivirus software

B. Tricking a teacher to reveal a password

C. Uploading lesson plans

D. Sending an infected USB drive

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22. The main purpose of cybersecurity is to:

A. Store data on the cloud

B. Protect digital information and systems from unauthorized access

C. Install software on computers

D. Block internet access

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

A. Freedom of Information Act

B. Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038J

C. Data Protection Act

D. Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772)

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24. Which of these is a type of cyberbullying?

A. Time management

B. Cyberstalking

C. Peer mentoring

D. Academic grading

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25. What is cybersecurity primarily concerned with?

A. Avoiding use of social media

B. Protecting internet-connected systems from cyber threats

C. Only installing antivirus software

D. Buying hardware

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

A. School timetable

B. Lesson objectives

C. Homework assignments

D. Academic records

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

A. Ignore because it's not harmful

B. Delete your account

C. Report the fake account to the platform administrators

D. Engage in arguments with the impersonator

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

A. Digital responsibility

B. Information piracy

C. Cyber digital theft

D. Digital citizenship

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

A. Password hacking

B. Stronger security

C. Faster access

D. Free internet

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

A. Reporting suspicious emails

B. Using strong passwords

C. Educating students on online safety

D. Ignoring software updates

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

A. Cloud storage

B. Online learning

C. Cyber risk

D. Mobile safety

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32. 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. Ignoring all online abuse

D. Posting angry messages on social media

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

A. Cybersecurity promotes fraud

B. Fraud exploits weak cybersecurity systems

C. They are unrelated

D. Fraud prevents cybersecurity

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

A. Keeping student data on open websites

B. Sharing grades on social media

C. Leaving computers unlocked

D. Using encryption for student records

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

A. Digital commerce

B. Digital etiquette

C. Digital access

D. Digital security

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