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A Guide to Digital Safety for Everyone

Module 3 Quiz: SMS and Text Message Scams

Test your understanding of text message scams and how to identify them. Select the best answer for each question.

1. Why are text message scams often more effective than email scams?

2. True or False: If you receive a text message about a package delivery, it's safe to click the link as long as you're expecting a package.

3. What should you do if you receive a text message from someone claiming they texted you by mistake, but then they try to continue the conversation?

4. Which of the following is a sign that a text message might be a scam?

5. True or False: If you receive a suspicious text message, you should reply "STOP" to prevent future messages.