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Fulfills Step 1 of GSUSA Brownie Cybersecurity Basics badge requirements.

Items Needed

• Whiteboard or poster board with columns for Team 1 and Team 2 (or more teams, if needed)
• Markers to keep score

Instructions

1. Divide scouts into two (or more) teams.
2. Teams take turns answering questions about technology. Each correct answer earns a point, tracked on the board.
3. Ask the questions and keep track of each team’s points on the board as they answer.
4. Discuss answers together. Talk about how technology is a big part of life and why it’s important to understand it.

Items needed

• Whiteboard or poster board with columns for Team 1 and Team 2 (or more, if needed)
• Markers to keep score

Question Sampler

• Question: What are some examples of digital devices?
  Answer(s): Computers, smartphones, tablets, video game players, etc.
• Question: What do you use your digital devices for?
  Answer(s): Playing games, doing homework, talking to someone, watching videos, etc.
• Question: If all information technology shut down for two days, what would happen?
  Answer(s): No internet, no calls, no directions, etc.
• Question: Why do you need a username and password to access some websites or devices?
  Answer(s): To go on social media, shop online, play games, or email.
• Question: What is the difference between a username and a password?
  Answer(s): The username is public, while the password is secret.
• Question: What do you think happens when you send a message or email?
  Answer(s): It travels through the internet, goes to the other person’s device, and they can read it.
• Question: What are some fun apps or websites you use, and what are they for?
  Answer(s): YouTube (watching videos), Zoom (video chatting), Roblox (playing games), etc.
• Question: How do you know if a website is safe to use?
  Answer(s): It has a lock symbol, it doesn’t ask for too much personal information, or a trusted adult says it’s safe.
• Question: What should you do if someone you don’t know sends you a message online?
  Answer(s): Don’t reply, tell a trusted adult, or block the person.
• Question: Can you name some jobs that use computers or digital devices?
  Answer(s): Teacher, doctor, scientist, artist, IT specialist, etc.
• Question: What happens when a computer or device runs out of battery?
  Answer(s): It stops working until you charge it.
• Question: Why is it important to keep your passwords private?
  Answer(s): So no one can use your accounts without your permission.
• Question: How do computers help us at school?
  Answer(s): They help with learning, typing, watching videos, doing homework, and finding information.
• Question: What are some rules to follow when using the internet?
  Answer(s): Be kind, don’t share private information, ask an adult if something looks strange.
• Question: What kinds of games can you play on a computer or tablet?
  Answer(s): Puzzle games, adventure games, drawing games, math games, etc.
• Question: What should you do if you see something online that makes you feel upset or scared?
  Answer(s): Tell a trusted adult immediately.
• Question: Why is it important to log out of your accounts when you’re done using a device?
  Answer(s): To keep your information safe and make sure no one else can use your account.
• Question: What does Wi-Fi do?
  Answer(s): It connects your devices to the internet so you can use apps, send messages, and search online.
• Question: How do computers help your family?
  Answer(s): They help with working, shopping online, talking to friends or family, or finding recipes.
• Question: What’s the difference between using a computer and using a tablet?
  Answer(s): A computer usually has a keyboard and monitor, while a tablet is smaller and you use your fingers to touch the screen.
• Question: Why do we need to charge digital devices?
  Answer(s): Because they need power to work, just like a flashlight needs batteries.