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