#1
What is a common tactic used by con artists to gain trust?
Displaying official-looking credentials
Speaking in a foreign language
Avoiding eye contact
Wearing flashy clothing
#2
What is the 'pigeon drop' technique commonly employed by con artists?
A scheme targeting bird enthusiasts
A scam involving dropping valuable items in front of the victim
A confidence trick where the scammer pretends to find a large sum of money
A technique using carrier pigeons for communication
#3
What does the term 'grifting' refer to in the world of con artists?
A form of gambling
The act of stealing small items discreetly
Engaging in small-scale fraud or swindling
A type of dance popular among scammers
#4
What is the 'grandparent scam' commonly targeting the elderly?
Scam involving grandparent's inheritance
Impersonating a grandchild in distress to extort money
A scam targeting grandparents with lucrative investment offers
Scam involving grandparent's antique collection
#5
What does the term '419' refer to in the context of scams?
Section 419 of the legal code
Number of victims targeted
Nigerian Criminal Code section related to fraud
Code used by scammers to communicate
#6
Which term is often used to describe a con artist's ability to manipulate and deceive using charm and persuasion?
Gaslighting
Charlatanism
Confabulation
Confidence trick
#7
What is the primary goal of a pyramid scheme, a common type of con?
Providing a legitimate product or service
Creating a hierarchical business structure
Recruiting investors to generate returns for earlier investors
Promoting social awareness
#8
In the context of identity theft, what does 'phishing' typically involve?
Fishing for compliments on social media
Using deceptive emails or websites to obtain sensitive information
Engaging in actual fishing activities
Creating fake social media profiles
#9
What is a 'boiler room' in the context of investment scams?
A place where scammers repair boilers
A high-pressure sales environment used for promoting fraudulent investments
A room with a heating system for scam planning
A location for forging fake documents
#10
In a 'bait and switch' scam, what is the typical strategy used by con artists?
Luring victims with an attractive offer and then presenting a different, less favorable offer
Switching roles with the victim
Baiting victims into investing in fake projects
Using live bait to distract victims
#11
Which psychological phenomenon involves a person being influenced by others to adopt certain behaviors or attitudes in a group setting?
Confirmation bias
Groupthink
Hawthorne effect
Dunning-Kruger effect
#12
What is a 'long con' in the context of a scam or fraud?
A scam that takes a relatively short time to execute
A scam involving a significant amount of money
A scam that requires a lengthy and elaborate setup
A scam that primarily targets elderly individuals
#13
Which psychological principle involves the tendency of individuals to follow the lead of others or conform to group behavior?
Cognitive dissonance
Social proof
Recency effect
Placebo effect
#14
What is the key characteristic of a 'ponzi scheme'?
High-risk investments
A fraudulent investment scheme where returns to existing investors are paid from funds contributed by new investors
A philanthropic initiative
A legal financial strategy
#15
In the context of scams, what does the term 'grooming' usually refer to?
Preparing a victim for a long-term scam
Personal hygiene practices
Training a scammer
Manipulating someone's appearance