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Lesson 3 Quiz

1. Name the three types of information Gaia collects?
   1) Member-provided information.
   2) Cookies
   3) "Automatically collected" information.
   
   
2. Name the six reasons why Gaia collects the three types of information and explain them.
   1) to send "welcome" emails and to notify you of major Gaia updates.
   2) to address copyright infringment issues.
   3) for customer service purposes.
   4) to understand usage trends and preferences of Gaia members.
   5) to improve Gaia's GUI (graphical user interface, ie, how it looks, feels and works)
   6) to create new features and functionality.
   
   
3. True or False? Gaia does not share personal, identifiable information with other organizations for their marketing or promotional uses without expressed consent. True.
   
   
4. True or False? Gaia allows third-party advertisers to advertise on the site. True.
   
   
5. True or False? When you connect to a third-party site, Gaia's rules and regulations do not apply. True.
   
   
6. Where in your account can you go to so you can change privacy notice options? Edit account settings section.

Final Quiz

1. What are the three most common violations in the GCD, and explain what each violation means.
   1) Spamming. Basically, not replying on-topic to the original post, nonsensical posts that don't contribute to the topic, low content posts like tl;dr or an emoticon, etc.
   2) Flaming. Sarcasm, unhelpful posts, attacking posts, making personal insults and attacks (eg, you're gay/female/a teenager so your opinion doesn't count) and using rude language to address someone
   3) Trolling. Deliberately posting with the intent to ruin other people's enjoyment, whether it be 'pushing buttons' or outright insulting people.
   
   
2. Please answer the four most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) in the GCD below.
   
   
   • Are repeat threads allowed? Yes, as long as they are not identical
     
     
   • What is a "Hit and Run" topic? Hit and run topics are threads with low content that provoke simple survey-style responses. These threads generally contain users merely posting something about themselves and leaving, which does not encourage discussion.
     
     
   • What are "spoons"? Spoons, or "spoonfeeding questions" are questions at the end of a topic that offer a few starting points for users looking to join the discussion and may be a good idea if your thread is long or hard to follow. Adding spoonfeeding questions to a low-content thread does not make it appropriate for the forum.
     
     
   • Is "namedropping" allowed? Namedropping, the practice of saying another users' name in the first post or throughout a topic, is allowed. Topics completely about a user or a group of users, or namedropping to insult or embarrass, is not permitted.
   
   
   
3. What are the three major rules for fan threads?
   1) Fanthreads must be about a character from somewhere on the site or an evolving item. "Characters" include named NPCs, mystery characters from the main storyline and NPCs from zOMG (not monsters).
   2) Fanthreads must present a generalized discussion about their subject; simply posting that you like an NPC and supplying a member list does not make your thread a fanthread.
   3) Fanthreads must control their level of off-topic chatter. We encourage you to post a separate chatter topic in the Friends Chat for members to talk about day to day life, reserving the main fanthread for general discussion about the NPC themselves.
   
   
4. True or False? Anecdote threads should be moved to the Chatterbox. True, if they lack discussable content as shown in the example.
   
   
5. Name three reasons for reporting a post.
   1) The content of the post violates the ToS or GCD rules.
   2) The content of the post is off-topic.
   3) The member who made the post has a signature which violates the rules.
   
   
6. Where in the forum index can you fill out a form and report Hacking, Scamming and Abuse or Harassment? Via the link at the bottom of the main forum page
   
   
7. Give two examples of threads that would belong in the GCD.
   1) Discussing a new Gold Shop update and whether users like the items and find them comparable to previous updates.
   2) Discussing theories for an upcoming event like Christmas based on previous Christmases, leaks, and hints given out by devs and admins.
   
   

GCD Elf Foxxy
2007
New

1.True or False? Gaia staff and moderators will never ask you for your password. True.
2.What are the twelve rules for interacting with other users on Gaia, and explain them. Rule One. Never ask for anyone’s password or give away yours. It’s prohibited to ask for a PW.
Rule Two. No Spamming Outside the Chatterbox Forum: Posting nonsense and other such things are prohibited unless in the CB forum.
Rule Three. Be Courteous: Be nice to other Gaians. Do not use any harsh language.
Rule Four. No Trolling: posting offending objects to others is prohibited.
Rule Five. No Stalking: constant bugging of a person or persons is prohibited, if asked to stop, please do.
Rule Six. Respect the TOS: endorsing violations of the ToS is not permitted.
Rule Seven. Be Constructive: Be fair when commenting on artwork or links. Excess criticism and actions against your account can be taken.
Rule Eight. No Cybering: Do not make any sexual comments or adult RPs on Gaia. If that is done you will be removed and actions against your account will be taken.
Rule Nine. No Child Abuse: Talk about children abuse and/or related topics will result in action being taken against your account.
Rule Ten. No Pirating: Do not post anything you do not have permission to post.
Rule Eleven. No Banking Services: Any services including any loans, pawn shops, or banking services will result in your account being banned.
Rule Twelve. If In Doubt, Ask: When in doubt about what your posting PM and ask a Gaia Mod.
3.What are the four rules concerning signatures on Gaia? Explain all four of them.
1. Signatures: Should be 500 by 500 pixels and less then 100,000 bytes.
2. Mature material: No explicate material or extreme violence.
3. Harmful Images: Anything that will make other users have headaches or other harmful reactions will be removed.
4. Copyright Violation: If found using an image that is from another owner can be considered art theft if complained about.
4.What are the seven repercussions on Gaia and name their punishments.
1. No Blotting: Result will be a banned account.
2. No Scamming: Result will be a banned account.
3. No Hacking: Result will be a banned account.
4. No Impersonating anyone else: Result will be a banned account.
5.No Gold buying/Selling: Result will be a banned account.
6.No Offsite Trading: Result will be a banned account.
7. No Exploiting a Glitch: Result will be a banned account.
5.True or False? If you are unsure about something on the site, you can PM a moderator for an answer. True.

GCD Elf Foxxy
2007
New

What are the three main rules about sensitive topics that should not be crossed and explain them.
- Don't make light of child abuse
- Don't show images of- child abuse
- Don't endorse Child abuse.


Besides never sharing your password, name three other things you should not share online? Personal ID, Private information, false age.

True or False? You can report Suspicious Members and Inappropriate Content to the moderators. TRUE

What should you do if you feel your password has been compromised? Change it!

Username - GCD Elf 918
Year you joined - 2010
Old/New Elf - New

Lesson 1 Quiz

1.How old do you have to be to join Gaia? 13 and above
2. True or False? Gaia actively monitors the messages you post? False
3. Name three types of prohibited conduct on Gaia. Hacking/scamming, buying/selling gold/items with real money, and cybering
4. True or False? Gaia can terminate your account and services without prior notice? True
5. Gold is the ______ currency used in the world of Gaia Online... Virtual
6. True or False? Gaia may charge fees for certain features. Should you use those features, you WILL pay all applicable fees. True
7. Name the three warnings aka "prohibited uses" on Gaia. Access to the Materials from territories where their contents are illegal, any use of Gaia Online other than for private, non-commercial use, the use of robot, spiders, scraper, or any other automated means to access Gaia.
8. True or False? When you go to a Third Party Site, Gaia does not assume any risk on your actions. True

Lesson 3

1. Name the three types of information Gaia collects? Member provided information, "Cookies" information, "Automatically collected" information.
2. Name the six reasons why Gaia collects the three types of information and explain them. 1. Profile: So the information can be displayed. 2. Notification: So gaia can contact you. 3. Newsletter: To let you know what is going on. 4. Newsfeed: Aggregate information for other users to see. 5. Trends: To improve the Gaia experience. 6. Cookies: Ease of use.
3. True or False? Gaia does not share personal, identifiable information with other organizations for their marketing or promotional uses without expressed consent. True
4. True or False? Gaia allows third-party advertisers to advertise on the site. True
5. True or False? When you connect to a third-party site, Gaia's rules and regulations do not apply. True
6. Where in your account can you go to so you can change privacy notice options? Edit Profile

Final

1. What are the three most common violations in the GCD, and explain what each violation means. 1. Spamming: Don't post irrelevant replies in the GCD. 2. Flaming: No sarcastic, unhelpful, or abusive comments. 3. Trolling: No posting material that is inflammatory.
2. Please answer the four most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) in the GCD below. 1. Are repeat threads allowed? Yes, so long as they aren't identical. 2. What is a "Hit and Run" topic? Hit and run topics are threads with low content that provoke simple survey-style responses. 3. What are "spoons"? Questions at the end of a topic that help users to join the discussion. 4. Is "namedropping" allowed? Namedropping, the practice of saying another users' name in the first post or throughout a topic, is allowed. Topics completely about a user or a group of users, or namedropping to insult or embarrass, is not permitted.
3. What are the three major rules for fan threads? 1. Must be about a character or evolving item on gaia. 2. Must present a generalized discussion about the subject. 3. Must control their level of off-topic chatter.
4. True or False? Anecdote threads should be moved to the Chatterbox. True
5. Name three reasons for reporting a post. It violates the ToS, it is off-topic, the member who posted it has a signature that violates the ToS.
6. Where in the forum index can you fill out a form and report Hacking, Scamming and Abuse or Harassment? Report a Post
7. Give two examples of threads that would belong in the GCD. Thread talking about Lanzer, Thread about a new EI.