Question 1

The home is viewed as a haven in which family life can be pursued. This refers to which dimension of privacy?
A) home and other physical locations
B) public portrayal
C) public safety
D) daily decision

Accepted Answer

The concept of the home as a haven where family life can be pursued pertains to the dimension of privacy related to "home and other physical locations." This dimension emphasizes the physical spaces, particularly the home, as private areas where individuals can engage in personal and family activities away from public scrutiny or interference.

Question 2

Tricking an individual out of money or something of value via the Internet is called ______.
A) malware
B) pretexting
C) hacking
D) fraud

Accepted Answer

Fraud is the correct term for tricking an individual out of money or something of value via the Internet. It encompasses various deceptive practices including scams, phishing, and other methods to deceitfully obtain money or valuable information.

Question 3

In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court deem a statute unconstitutional for making it a crime to provide contraceptives to minors?
A) Lawrence v. Texas
B) Griswold v. Connecticut
C) Einstein v. Bard
D) Carey v. Population Services International

Accepted Answer

Carey v. Population Services International is the case in which the U.S. Supreme Court deemed a statute unconstitutional for making it a crime to provide contraceptives to minors. This decision was based on the right to privacy and individual freedoms.

Question 4

Freedom from the monitoring and surveillance of our conversations, mail, and e-mail refers to which dimension of privacy?
A) public portrayal
B) home and other physical locations
C) communication
D) public safety

Accepted Answer

Freedom from monitoring and surveillance of conversations, mail, and e-mail is directly related to the dimension of privacy concerning communication. This dimension specifically addresses the protection of our ability to communicate without being intercepted or monitored.

Question 5

Freedom House ranked the worst countries in terms of barriers to access to the internet, limits on permissible content, and violation of users rights. Identify which of the following countries is NOT listed in the text as a country that imposes restrictions and control on internet access.
A) Croatia
B) Turkey
C) Cuba
D) Iran

Accepted Answer

Croatia is not listed among the countries that impose significant restrictions and control on internet access, unlike Turkey, Cuba, and Iran, which are known for their stringent controls and limitations on internet freedom.

Question 6

Identify which one of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of public welfare.
A) prohibiting incest
B) demanding vaccinations
C) making education compulsory
D) requiring safety belts

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

The FBI fingerprint database of convicted criminals as well as citizens who have applied for federal jobs contains ______.
A) around 10 million fingerprints
B) around 20 million fingerprints
C) around 30 million fingerprints
D) over 40 million fingerprints

Accepted Answer

The FBI fingerprint database, known as the Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System (IAFIS), contains over 40 million fingerprints of convicted criminals as well as citizens who have applied for federal jobs, making it one of the largest biometric databases in the world.

Question 8

Identify which one of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of morality.
A) prohibiting incest
B) demanding vaccinations
C) making education compulsory
D) requiring safety belts

Accepted Answer

Prohibiting incest is a government-imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of morality, as it involves regulating personal relationships based on moral considerations.

Question 9

Identify in which the U.S. Supreme Court deemed it constitutional for a woman to get an abortion in the first two trimesters.
A) Lawrence v. Texas
B) Roe v. Wade
C) Einstein v. Bard
D) Whalen v. Roe

Accepted Answer

Roe v. Wade is the landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1973 that recognized a woman's legal right to an abortion under the U.S. Constitution, specifically in the first two trimesters of pregnancy.

Question 10

Identify which one of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of public safety.
A) prohibiting incest
B) demanding vaccinations
C) making education compulsory
D) requiring safety belts

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

The freedom to make decisions regarding our religion, marriage, divorce, and whom we love and marry refers to which dimension of privacy?
A) spiritual decisions
B) communication
C) public portrayal
D) public safety

Accepted Answer

Spiritual decisions encompass the freedom to make personal choices regarding religion, marriage, divorce, and relationships, which are integral aspects of an individual's private life and beliefs.

Question 12

An Internet fraud scheme intended to trick individuals into revealing information is called ______.
A) hacking
B) viruses
C) phishing
D) malware

Accepted Answer

Phishing is a type of online scam where attackers send fraudulent messages designed to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, and social security numbers.

Question 13

According to the U.S. Supreme Court, which of the following is NOT a recognized right to privacy?
A) intimate relationships
B) reproductive rights of women
C) right to privacy in a public space
D) right to be free from exposure of personal data

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Supreme Court has not recognized a general right to privacy in public spaces, as public spaces are inherently open to observation by others. Rights to intimate relationships, reproductive rights, and protection from exposure of personal data have been recognized to various extents under the broader concept of privacy rights.

Question 14

In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court recognize, due to the Fourth Amendment, that it is unacceptable to enter a home without a warrant?
A) Kyllo v. United States
B) Griswold v. Connecticut
C) Einstein v. Bard
D) Whalen v. Roe

Accepted Answer

Kyllo v. United States is a case where the U.S. Supreme Court held that the use of thermal imaging technology to scan a home without a warrant violates the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. This decision underscored the principle that the government cannot intrude into the privacy of one's home without a warrant, even with the use of advanced technology.

Question 15

Identify which justification of privacy covers the issue of allowing people to listen and learn from one another and to experiment with various points of view without fear of retaliation.
A) creativity
B) individuality
C) security
D) democracy

Accepted Answer

The justification of privacy that covers the issue of allowing people to listen and learn from one another and to experiment with various points of view without fear of retaliation is related to democracy. Privacy in this context supports a democratic society by enabling free expression and the exchange of ideas without the threat of surveillance or punishment.

Question 16

Identify which justification of privacy covers the issue of allowing individuals to control their personal information from misuse.
A) security
B) individuality
C) creativity
D) democracy

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Identify which of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of health.
A) prohibiting incest
B) demanding vaccinations
C) making education compulsory
D) requiring safety belts

Accepted Answer

Demanding vaccinations is a government-imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of public health, aiming to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Question 18

Freedom to make decisions about our health, including decisions about medications, procreation, medical treatment, and death refers to which dimension of privacy?
A) information
B) intimate activities
C) spiritual decisions
D) communication

Accepted Answer

Intimate activities encompass decisions about one's body and health, including choices about medications, procreation, medical treatment, and end-of-life decisions, which are considered a core aspect of personal privacy.

Question 19

The FBI database is the largest in the world and includes ______.
A) less than 1 million DNA files
B) around 2 million DNA files
C) around 5 million DNA files
D) over 8 million DNA files

Accepted Answer

The FBI's Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) contains over 8 million DNA profiles, making it one of the largest DNA databases in the world.

Question 20

Identify which one of the following is NOT a major Credit Score Company.
A) Equifax
B) Credit Karma
C) Experian
D) Transunion

Accepted Answer

Credit Karma is not a credit bureau but a personal finance company that provides free credit scores and reports from Equifax and TransUnion. Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion are the three major credit reporting agencies.

Quiz 12: Privacy and Surveillance

The home is viewed as a haven in which family life can be pursued. This refers to which dimension of privacy?

Tricking an individual out of money or something of value via the Internet is called ______.

In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court deem a statute unconstitutional for making it a crime to provide contraceptives to minors?

Freedom from the monitoring and surveillance of our conversations, mail, and e-mail refers to which dimension of privacy?

Freedom House ranked the worst countries in terms of barriers to access to the internet, limits on permissible content, and violation of users rights. Identify which of the following countries is NOT listed in the text as a country that imposes restrictions and control on internet access.

Identify which one of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of public welfare.

The FBI fingerprint database of convicted criminals as well as citizens who have applied for federal jobs contains ______.

Identify which one of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of morality.

Identify in which the U.S. Supreme Court deemed it constitutional for a woman to get an abortion in the first two trimesters.

Identify which one of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of public safety.

The freedom to make decisions regarding our religion, marriage, divorce, and whom we love and marry refers to which dimension of privacy?

An Internet fraud scheme intended to trick individuals into revealing information is called ______.

According to the U.S. Supreme Court, which of the following is NOT a recognized right to privacy?

In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court recognize, due to the Fourth Amendment, that it is unacceptable to enter a home without a warrant?

Identify which justification of privacy covers the issue of allowing people to listen and learn from one another and to experiment with various points of view without fear of retaliation.

Identify which justification of privacy covers the issue of allowing individuals to control their personal information from misuse.

Identify which of the following is a government imposed limitation of privacy on the grounds of health.

Freedom to make decisions about our health, including decisions about medications, procreation, medical treatment, and death refers to which dimension of privacy?

The FBI database is the largest in the world and includes ______.

Identify which one of the following is NOT a major Credit Score Company.