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1
You can work with your team to divide tasks like checking users, applying policies, and updating software.
True
False
2
How many hours do you have to complete a CyberPatriot round?
4 hours
8 hours
6 hours
2 hours
3
A good team strategy is to:
Let one person do everything
Start clicking random settings
Split tasks and communicate
Take a snack break every 5 minutes
4
Which of these is NOT a real operating system?
Ubuntu
Windows
WindowXPloit
Kali Linux
5
What signs might indicate a phishing email?
Sender address looks suspicious
Urgent language like “ACT NOW!”
It’s from your friend and has a funny meme
Contains unexpected attachments or links
6
What is the best way to create a strong password?
Password123
Your birthdate
Your pet’s name
A mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
7
Every action you take during a round is scored immediately.
False
True
8
Which of the following are Linux commands?
dir
cd
ls
sudo
9
CyberPatriot teaches you how to break into secure networks.
False
True
10
What is the best way to identify suspicious software on a CyberPatriot image?
Click it and hope for the best
Search online for unknown programs
See if the icon looks scary
Ask any AI program
11
Which of these can help increase your CyberPatriot score?
Random guessing
Disabling unnecessary services
Deleting legitimate system files
Fixing insecure passwords
12
What should you look for when reviewing installed programs?
If it's essential for system function
Suspicious names or publishers
Whether it's a video game
If it’s already running in Task Manager
13
If a user account is named “admin,” it’s always safe to keep.
False
True
14
What is the purpose of Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) in Windows?
To manage security and user settings
To create new user accounts
To play games
To browse memes
15
You find a user named “HackerMan9000” on the system. What should you do first?
Add them to the admin group
Check if they are a legit user and remove if suspicious
Send them a friend request
Ask them to join your team
16
Which command shows user accounts in Linux?
cat /etc/passwd
show users
ls /home
whoami
17
Which of these is NOT a strong password?
!lov3cyb3rpatr!ot
$4fe@9T!g2
T!m3Tr@vel2024
G*7v$R!zQ9
18
All user accounts should be given admin privileges to make things easier.
True
False
19
What’s the best way to win CyberPatriot?
Use teamwork and strategy
Work alone
Turn off your computer
Guess the answers
20
What does "patching" a system mean?
Changing the background
Making the system slower
Installing games
Fixing security vulnerabilities
21
Which of the following should you do FIRST when starting a CyberPatriot image?
Install Spotify
Open the Image Scenario
Turn off the firewall
Add 10 user accounts
22
Which of these passwords is the strongest?
CyberPatriot!!!123
L3tM3In!
Password!
7h!s!$C0mpL3x
23
What does it mean if a file is named “DoNotDelete.exe”?
You win if you run it
You should delete it
It's definitely malware
It's probably important
24
How many operating systems are typically in a CyberPatriot image set?
5
2
3
1
25
CyberPatriot is a team-based competition focused on securing computer systems.
True
False
26
Which of the following is a type of malware?
Firewall
Ransomware
Admin account
Antivirus
27
Which accounts should usually be removed or disabled in CyberPatriot images?
Your own team accounts
Default accounts with no passwords
Unused guest accounts
Suspicious admin users
28
Which of the following are examples of strong cybersecurity habits?
Using two-factor authentication
Writing passwords on a sticky note
Updating your software regularly
Clicking unknown email links
29
You gain points in CyberPatriot by finding and fixing security vulnerabilities.
True
False
30
Creating a backup admin account is a smart move in case the main one gets deleted.
False
True
31
The computer starts playing music when you boot up. What do you do?
Email support
Dance
Turn up the volume
Check for unauthorized software
32
If you rename "Administrator" to "Batman," what happens?
Nothing changes—it's still an admin
The system becomes invincible
You lose all admin privileges
Your computer turns into the Batmobile
33
Which of these is the BEST practice during competition?
Change passwords after everything is done
Restart the computer every 10 minutes
Stay calm, communicate, and document your actions
Split tasks and rush
34
You should always disable the firewall to improve system performance.
False
True
35
What should you do if the firewall is off when you start an image?
Celebrate
Turn it on
Take a nap (100% correct 😴😴😴)
Delete the system32 folder
36
What is the function of a firewall?
Keep the computer warm
Block unauthorized access
Speed up Wi-Fi
Increase RAM
37
Which of these is a secure file permission setting in Linux for a config file?
999
644
044
744
38
Which tasks are commonly done at the start of a CyberPatriot image round?
Delete all virtual machine images
Open the scoring report
Check user Check user accountsaccounts
Run Windows updates
39
Renaming files to “safe_file.exe” automatically makes them safe.
False
True
40
What happens if you create 99 fake user accounts?
You earn bonus points
You get disqualified
The system crashes
You confuse the competition image scorer
41
What’s a good first step when you start an image?
Run updates
Disable firewall
Change wallpaper
Play music
42
What is the main goal of CyberPatriot?
Hacking into systems
Creating video games
Building robots
Defending networks from cyber threats
43
What is one key sign that a user account should be removed?
The username is “Admin2”
They haven’t logged in since 2008
They have admin rights and no clear purpose
All of the above
44
It’s okay to ignore updates if they take too long.
False
True
45
If you find a hidden admin account on the system, what should you do?
Promote it to Super Admin
Give it full access just in case
Rename it to "CoolGuy"
Delete or disable it after verifying it’s not legit
46
Strong cybersecurity starts with good habits, not just good software.
True
False
47
CyberPatriot images can include Windows, Linux, and MacOS systems.
True
False
48
The Guest account should usually be disabled.
True
False
49
Which of the following should NOT be installed during the competition?
Games
Security updates
Antivirus
Admin tools
50
What happens if you accidentally delete a critical user account?
Lose points
The system shuts down
Nothing
Gain points
51
Which organization created CyberPatriot?
National Security Agency
FBI
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency
Air Force Association
52
You can use strong passwords like “1234” as long as you change them often.
True
False
53
Which tools or features help improve system security?
Firewall
Antivirus software
Malware
Group Policy Editor
