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1
How many years of math do high schools require you to complete for graduation?
0 to 1
2 to 3
1 to 2
3 to 4
2
All of the following are extracurricular activities
except
:
playing high school basketball.
joining the debate team.
volunteering at a day care center.
taking an elective course.
3
Someone who is financially stable is able to:
cover his or her living costs.
cover his or her living costs and save money.
spend money freely.
have both checking and savings accounts.
4
Which course subject is not required for college admission?
English
Math
Science
Physical education
5
A weighted GPA counts _____ more highly.
honors, AP, IB, and dual enrollment courses
senior-year courses
math, science, and English courses
freshman-year courses
6
_____ requirements are courses that build knowledge and skills in a specific field.
General studies
Elective
Major
Specialization
7
Which is
not
an extracurricular activity?
Joining the marching band
Volunteering at a homeless facility
Taking an extra year of math
Playing high school football
8
What is a personal skill?
Something learned from your friends
A skill acquired during school courses
A characteristic or trait
A characteristic or trait
9
What is a personal quality?
An ability you learn over time
A characteristic or trait
Something acquired during school courses
Something you learn from your friends
10
To earn college credit for AP courses that students take in high school, they must:
pay tuition.
do well on an AP test.
earn a B or better.
speak with a college adviser.
11
A large four-year college typically offers all of the following
except
:
an athletic program.
professors who are distinguished in their fields.
a dynamic campus life.
very cheap tuition.
12
In what type of GPA are honors, AP, IB, and dual enrollment courses given additional points?
Semester GPA
Unweighted GPA
Cumulative GPA
Weighted GPA
13
Which is a characteristic of the PSAT?
If you earn a high enough score, you do not need to take the SAT.
You usually take it as a high school freshman.
It is made up of mostly multiple-choice questions.
You are eligible for scholarships if you take it as a high school sophomore
14
How many years of English do selective colleges require you to complete for admission?
3
2
4
1
15
Aspire is the test you take to prepare for the _____.
PSAT
SAT
FAFSA
ACT
16
Which standardized test do you take to prepare for the ACT?
Aspire
SAT
PACT
PSAT
17
A vocational school offers all of the following
except
_____.
a flexible schedule
hands-on training
specific job knowledge
extracurricular activities
18
When looking at the statistics and opportunities available to college graduates, you see that college graduates:
avoid working for a few years.
have assured job connections out of college.
are sure to have medical insurance.
have greater rates of savings.
19
Which will you likely have to provide if you apply to a four-year college?
Criminal background
Personal statement
Employment history
Parent's level of education
20
One way to learn about your talents, skills, and personal qualities is to:
ask your friends.
work really hard in school.
take a self-evaluation.
take a career assessment.
21
Which is an extracurricular activity?
Playing high school volleyball
Working at a local diner
Playing video games with friends
Taking an extra year of math
22
Bachelor's degrees are awarded by _____.
two-year colleges
four-year colleges
community colleges
technical schools
23
_____ are courses that allow students to explore other areas they may want to learn outside their chosen major.
Electives
Specializations
General studies
Majors
24
A financially stable person does all of the following
except
:
live off loans.
build a savings account.
cover his or her living costs.
save for emergencies.
25
Which will you likely have to provide on college applications?
Employment history
Personal information
Career plans
Parent's level of education
26
Secondary school falls between:
elementary school and post-secondary school.
kindergarten and elementary school.
post-secondary school and higher education.
middle school and high school.
27
All of the following sections are tested on the PSAT
except
_____.
writing and language
math
evidence-based reading
science
28
Which is an advantage of doing an apprenticeship program?
You receive hands-on experience with little supervision.
It offers the opportunity to continue on to earn a master's degree.
It combines classroom studies with on-the-job training.
You can easily transfer to a four-year college.
29
Which is an advantage of doing an apprenticeship program?
You are supervised by a trade professional.
You can easily continue on to earn a bachelor's degree.
You receive hands-on experience with little supervision.
You receive a broad education in a particular career field.
30
When looking at the statistics and opportunities available to college graduates, you see that college graduates:
receive guaranteed medical insurance.
have assured job connections right after graduation from college.
get to pay back loans.
earn twice what high school graduates earn.
31
A financially stable person is able to:
spend money without having to save.
default on loan payments.
save money.
use loans to cover his or her living costs.
32
A vocational school offers training for which occupation?
Accountant
Hair stylist
Pediatrician
Teacher
33
High school students can automatically earn college credit by passing _____ courses.
honors
AP
dual enrollment
IB
34
A two-year college is commonly known as a _____.
private college
community college
public university
vocational school
35
_____ requirements educate a student in a broad range of areas and are required to complete a college major.
Major
Specialization
General studies
Elective
36
A high school transcript contains all of the following
except
_____.
a listing of subjects studied
demographic information
grades received
college admissions criteria
37
Around 1880, a level of schooling past basic education was developed, known as _____.
primary school
secondary school
higher education
post-secondary education
38
Which post-secondary institution offers a more flexible course schedule?
Private university
Community college
Liberal arts college
Public university
39
When looking at the statistics and opportunities available to college graduates, you see that college graduates:
are sure to receive medical insurance.
avoid working for a few years.
have lower rates of savings.
have more career options.
40
_____ scholarships are awarded based on accomplishments, skills, or academic performance.
Need-based
Merit-based
Creative-based
Skills-based
