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Understanding Your Digital Footprint

A Grade 10 Social Studies worksheet exploring what a digital footprint is, its implications, and how to manage it responsibly.

Grade 10 Social studies Social SkillsDigital Footprint
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Standards

D2.Civ.8.9-12D2.Eth.5.9-12

Topics

digital footprintonline safetyprivacysocial mediaethics
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Understanding Your Digital Footprint

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand the concept of a digital footprint and its implications.

1. Which of the following best defines a 'digital footprint'?

a

The amount of time you spend online.

b

The trail of data you leave behind from your online activities.

c

The physical size of your electronic devices.

d

The number of friends you have on social media.

2. What is one potential long-term consequence of a negative digital footprint?

a

Increased social media followers.

b

Difficulty getting into college or finding employment.

c

More targeted online advertisements.

d

Eligibility for online discounts.

3. Once something is posted online, it can be easily and completely deleted forever.

T

True

F

False

4. Your digital footprint only includes information you intentionally share.

T

True

F

False

5. A digital footprint can be categorized into two main types:   and  .

6. Websites often use   to track your online activity and behavior.

7. Describe two ways you can actively manage and improve your digital footprint.

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

privacy settings
reputation
permanent
employers

8. Information shared online can be considered   and difficult to erase completely.

9. Regularly reviewing and adjusting your   on social media is crucial for digital safety.

10. Your digital footprint can significantly impact your future   with colleges and potential  .