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Cracking the Code: A Cryptography Chronicle

Questions: 5

Grade: 7

Words: 115

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Cryptography, the art of secret writing, has always been shrouded in mystery. Imagine being a detective trying to solve a puzzle - that's how cryptographers feel when they come across an encrypted message. During World War II, the Germans used a machine called 'Enigma' to send secret messages. The Allies' ability to crack these codes played a crucial part in their victory. Today, cryptography is everywhere. When you shop online, securely send an email, or log into your online school portal, you're using cryptography. It's like an invisible shield protecting your information. So, the next time you send a secret message to a friend, remember - you're doing what cryptographers have been doing for centuries.

Question 1

What is the meaning of 'Cryptography'?

Art of painting

Art of secret writing

Explanation. Cryptography is the art of secret writing, it's used for secure communication in the presence of third parties.

Art of dancing

Art of sculpting

Art of singing

Question 2

What was the purpose of the Enigma machine during World War II?

For transportation

For communication

For preparing food

For entertainment

For sending secret messages

Explanation. During World War II, the Germans used a machine called 'Enigma' to send secret messages.

Question 3

Is cryptography still used today?

True

Explanation. Today, cryptography is everywhere. When you shop online, securely send an email, or log into your online school portal, you're using cryptography.

False

Don't know

Maybe

Not given in text

Question 4

What role did cryptography play in Allies' victory in World War II?

No role

Played a crucial part

Explanation. The Allies' ability to crack these codes played a crucial part in their victory.

Played a minor part

Role is not clear in text

Role is not mentioned in text

Question 5

What is the role of cryptography in online shopping and email?

It does not have a role

It helps in making transactions faster

It protects your information

Explanation. When you shop online or securely send an email, you're using cryptography which essentially protects your information.

It makes the screen look nice

Not given in the text

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