Are you a parent? Uncle? Aunt? Grandparent? Even if you don’t act in any of these familial roles, you should still be concerned about the content that children can access on the Internet today. The sentences in this exercise are about teaching children how to be safe and responsible when they use the Internet. Choose the verb form (singular or plural) that correctly completes each sentence. The paired conjunctions have been bolded to help you.
Click on the button next to the letter (A or B) of the verb form that best completes the sentence.
Not only computers but also the Internet _____ commonplace technology today, and everyone should have a basic understanding of both.
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Both parents and children _____ to educate themselves about how to be safe and responsible while using the Internet.
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Not only information but also parental control tools _____ necessary to help parents protect their kids online.
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Either parents or a guardian _____ to monitor what a child is doing on the Internet.
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A child must learn that neither her address nor her telephone numbers _____ appropriate information to share online.
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Parents should also teach their children that not only passwords but also other security information _____ extremely sensitive and should not be shared with anyone online.
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A child should know that neither pictures nor software _____ safe to download onto the family computer.
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Both chat rooms and instant messaging _____ children with opportunities to see objectionable content online.
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Children should know that either their parents or another adult they trust _____ to be informed if they receive an email that makes them uncomfortable.
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As you can see, both common sense and parental guidance _____ necessary to make sure that children stay safe online.
