Professional Development Program

Question 1

What term describes the exchange of ideas, messages, or information?

Accepted Answer

Communications

Question 2

Which of the following belongs in a portfolio?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 3

A basic rule of business meetings is:

Accepted Answer

Each member may express opinions

Question 4

The officer responsible for preparing minutes is:

Accepted Answer

The secretary

Question 5

In what class of fire would you find ordinary combustibles (paper, rags, wood, etc.)?

Accepted Answer

Class A

Question 6

"To create enthusiasm for learning" is part of the:

Accepted Answer

SkillsUSA Purposes

Question 7

When did the organization's name change to SkillsUSA-VICA?

Accepted Answer

July 4, 1999

Question 8

_________ stress could lead to physical or emotional problems

Accepted Answer

Excessive

Question 9

In the Professional Development Program, the highest possible degree one may earn is:

Accepted Answer

International Degree

Question 10

What year was VICA founded?

Accepted Answer

1965

Question 11

A ____________ journal is a publication directly related to a profession.

Accepted Answer

Professional

Question 12

The SkillsUSA Creed includes:

Accepted Answer

High moral and spiritual standards

Question 13

What does the acronym PDP represent?

Accepted Answer

Professional Development Program

Question 14

What does taking roll mean?

Accepted Answer

Taking attendance

Question 15

What is the web address of SkillsUSA?

Accepted Answer

www.skillsusa.org

Question 16

A good goal statement usually has _____ parts.

Accepted Answer

Three

Question 17

Develop a ____ handshake so that a person's first impression of you will be a good one.

Accepted Answer

Firm

Question 18

If you lose your job, you should:

Accepted Answer

Prepare a personal budget

Question 19

Which of the following would probably not be included in your portfolio?

Accepted Answer

Job application

Question 20

____ setting is an important factor in being successful.

Accepted Answer

Goal

Question 21

Which SkillsUSA program is designed to help students make the transition from school to work?

Accepted Answer

Professional Development Program

Question 22

Who would you ask to write a letter of reference?

Accepted Answer

Teachers/Employers

Question 23

If a goal describes your plans for retirement, what kind of goal is it?

Accepted Answer

Long term

Question 24

A goal is a statement of:

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 25

What is the accepted gratuity for good service in a restaurant?

Accepted Answer

15%

Question 26

Filling out a/an _______________ is often the first step when applying for a job.

Accepted Answer

Job application

Question 27

A group of people joined in a cooperative activity is defined as a/an ____.

Accepted Answer

Team

Question 28

Which committee is not considered to be a standing committee?

Accepted Answer

Parliamentary Procedure

Question 29

In a business meeting, how many people preside at one given time?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 30

In which document should the quorum of an organization be established?

Accepted Answer

By-Laws

Question 31

When making introductions:

Accepted Answer

Adult women are introduced to adult men

Question 32

What term describes the forms and practices of correct behavior?

Accepted Answer

Etiquette

Question 33

What color of pen should be used when filling out a job application?

Accepted Answer

Blue or black

Question 34

Which officer is responsible for advising the president about the agenda during a meeting?

Accepted Answer

Secretary

Question 35

Remember, you never get a second chance to make a _____ impression.

Accepted Answer

First

Question 36

What is the name given to the written record of what is done during a meeting?

Accepted Answer

Minutes

Question 37

The color blue represents the:

Accepted Answer

Common union of the states and chapters

Question 38

Which officer is the authority on procedural matters?

Accepted Answer

Parliamentarian

Question 39

An auditory learner:

Accepted Answer

Learns best when someone else explains to them

Question 40

Which colors of SkillsUSA represent the individual states and chapters?

Accepted Answer

Red and white

Question 41

How many motions may be on the floor at any one time?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 42

It is healthy to balance your time between:

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 43

Which color of the SkillsUSA Emblem represents the individual?

Accepted Answer

Gold

Question 44

What name is given for the summary of one's personal history and employment experience?

Accepted Answer

Résumé

Question 45

What is the web address of Illinois SkillsUSA?

Accepted Answer

www.illinoisskillsusa.org

Question 46

What term describes the smaller in number of groups in populations?

Accepted Answer

Minority

Question 47

Which term listed is not a correct item for a business meeting agenda?

Accepted Answer

New Business

Question 48

Which color is the standard recommended for identifying danger?

Accepted Answer

Red

Question 49

Who can offer an amendment to a main motion?

Accepted Answer

Any member

Question 50

When presenting an award, which is the proper way to pass it?

Accepted Answer

From left hand to left hand

Question 51

Communication skills include ________, _________, and writing.

Accepted Answer

Speaking, listening

Question 52

The officer that calls attention to errors in procedure during a meeting is the:

Accepted Answer

Parliamentarian

Question 53

Skills USA has two active divisions which are:

Accepted Answer

High school and college/postsecondary

Question 54

Motivating factors can be ________ or ________.

Accepted Answer

Internal / external

Question 55

What is/are the minimum essential officer(s) necessary to conduct business?

Accepted Answer

President and Secretary

Question 56

Public Relations is the responsibility of which officer?

Accepted Answer

Reporter

Question 57

Two types of goals are __________ and _________.

Accepted Answer

Short term/long term

Question 58

The officer responsible for presiding over meetings is:

Accepted Answer

The president

Question 59

The words "foster" and "create" can be found in the:

Accepted Answer

SkillsUSA Purposes

Question 60

Who has the right to speak first on a motion?

Accepted Answer

The maker of the motion

Question 61

Who ultimately decides whether you succeed or fail?

Accepted Answer

You and you alone

Question 62

How many categories of motions are recognized by Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised?

Accepted Answer

4

Question 63

Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work is:

Accepted Answer

SkillsUSA Motto

Question 64

Which SkillsUSA document says you will "prepare myself by diligent study and ardent practice"?

Accepted Answer

SkillsUSA Pledge

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