FBI-SOS
SAFE ONLINE SURFING
SCAVENGER HUNT
WWW.FBI-SOS.ORG
Directions: Visit each of the websites on the FBI-SOS Scavenger Hunt webpage by clicking on the numbered blocks. Read
the information on each webpage and find the answers to the questions below. Write your answers next to the question in the
“Answer” column. When you finish the Scavenger Hunt, you will be ready to take the FBI-SOS Quiz.
Block #
Question
1
What does FBI stand for?
2
__________ have many different responsibilities, including community outreach,
investigation, and continuous training. For example, they spend large parts of their
days outside of the office, "in the field," working on cases.
An internet user who exploits vulnerable people for sexual or financial purposes is
known as a(n) _________ _________.
3
List 5 things that are considered PII (personally identifiable information).
Some online predators try to get kids to meet them in person and others collect and
trade ________ __ _______.
4
A person you met online is offering you gifts.
A person you met online is asking you about your personal problems.
A person you met online is talking to you about sexual subjects.
All of these are signs that you may be in contact with a(n) ___________.
Why shouldn’t you call somebody you met online if they give you their phone
number?
5
Most kids that fall victim to computer-sex offenders spend large amounts of time
online, particularly in chat rooms and are at the greatest risk during the
___________ __________.
Meeting someone you have only been in touch with online can be dangerous.
According to this website, what should you do if you feel that you “have to” meet
someone you met online?
Your online profile shouldn’t include any personal information. In addition to your
name and address, what are four other examples of personal information given on
this website?
6
In addition to logging out, what else does this website suggest you do if you want to
get away from an unpleasant situation in a chatroom?
Why is it important to think before answering private messages?
Click on the three “Learn How” buttons at the bottom of the page and read the
advice on those pages. Describe how you can block someone from sending you
messages in a chatroom?
The FBI-SOS Program was inspired by the Miami FBI Crimes Against Children Unit and is administered at
Nova Southeastern University’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services
Answer
Block #
7
Question
Answer
At the end of the story “What Happened to One Family,” the online predator
was charged with two crimes. What were they?
What is “grooming” and why do predators “groom” their victims?
8
According to this website, what is one question an online predator might ask if
they want to see if your parents might be around?
9
Write the term for each definition below:
a. fully and clearly expressed; leaving nothing to guessing
b. one who is harmed or killed by another
c. the voice inside you that keeps you from doing wrong
d. something unpleasant to your personal values and what you know is right
e. trying to hint something rude or shocking to someone
f. to take advantage of unfairly
Who is considered a “minor”?
A visual depiction of any kind showing a minor engaging in sexually explicit
conduct and is obscene is commonly referred to as _________ __________.
Mystery Message
10
11
What should you do if someone types a/s/l?
You should never give out your password to anyone other than your ________.
According to this site, why should you think before posting your photos online?
12
What should you do if someone posts harassing or rude comments on your
social networking profile?
True or False – When using social networking sites like MySpace and
Facebook, it is possible to set your privacy settings so that you have to approve
people to be added as friends.
13
Personal information about a user in social networking sites, instant messaging,
chat rooms, and email can be found in their ___________ __________.
If you want to protect your privacy, it is best to leave your online profile _____.
14
What is the difference between a safe screen name and a dangerous screen
name?
Who should you ask before you post pictures of your friends online?
15
If someone sends you child pornography (a picture of a child engaged in
sexually explicit conduct), are they breaking the law?
True or False – Using the internet to entice, invite or persuade a child to meet
for sexual acts is against the law.
The FBI-SOS Program was inspired by the Miami FBI Crimes Against Children Unit and is administered at
Nova Southeastern University’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services
Block #
Question
Answer
According to this website, why is it important to think about what you post?
16
True or False – Computer safety rules apply to cell phones, too.
Watch or read “Justin’s Real Life Experience.” How old was Justin when he
was first contacted by an online predator?
17
18
If you believe you have been inappropriately solicited online or find yourself in
a situation that makes you feel uncomfortable, you should report it! To report an
incident, visit the ____________ website or call 1-800 ____-_______.
What happens to information that is entered into the CyberTipline reporting
form?
Why is it important to talk to your parents about being online?
19
In addition to the points listed on this site, think of one more thing you could
tell your parents to reassure them that they don’t need to worry when you’re
online?
Mystery Message
20
You are now ready to take the FBI-SOS Post-Quiz and show how much you’ve learned!
Use these scoring categories to determine your SOS Level – Try to become a Special Agent!
Post-Quiz Score
Level
7,000 and above
Special Agent – A safe online surfer – recommended for Peer Trainer status
6,500 – 6,999
Agent – Has many safe online surfing skills
5,700 – 6,499
Jr. Agent – Needs more SOS training
0 – 5,699
Cadet in Training – Should not use the internet without direct adult supervision
WARNING: Jr. Agents and Cadets in Training should repeat the program.
The FBI-SOS Program was inspired by the Miami FBI Crimes Against Children Unit and is administered at
Nova Southeastern University’s Fischler School of Education and Human Services