1.
Jill is extremely passionate about being a teacher. It is a
large part of her identity. For her, teaching is a
A) necessary evil.
B) leisure avocation.
C) life vocation.
D) temporary job.
Correct Answer(s): C
2.
Amy is a college freshman who is trying to better understand
her professor's expectations for chapter exams. What is the best question that
she could ask?
A) Can you give me an example of what kind of question might
be on the exam?
B) Could you tell me exactly what is going to be on the
exam?
C) Do I really have to take this exam?
D) Is it OK if I show up a half-hour late to the test?
Correct Answer(s): A
3.
Anna has a problem. She has been getting Cs and below on her
math tests. What is a question she could ask herself to help identify the cause
of her low grades?
A) Do I believe in God?
B) Am I eating too much protein?
C) Does my boyfriend love me?
D) Are my study habits effective?
Correct Answer(s): D
4.
According to the text, which of the following statements
about college students is true?
A) All college students are the same.
B) More than 75% of college students are irresponsible.
C) There is no one stereotypic kind of college student.
D) Most college students drink too much.
Correct Answer(s): C
5.
Carson graduated from high school but never attended
college. He started an internet business and is now a millionaire. In terms of
the information on education and income presented in the book, how would you
describe Carson?
A) He is the norm.
B) He was not motivated.
C) He is the exception.
D) He was already wealthy.
Correct Answer(s): C
6.
Brian is in excellent shape and has a good job. Becca
struggles financially and is a chain smoker. According to the information in
the text, which of the statements about Brian and Becca is most likely true?
A) Becca has a M.A. and Brian has a B.A.
B) Brian attended college and Becca did not.
C) Neither Brian nor Becca attended college.
D) Brian and Becca majored in the same subject.
Correct Answer(s): B
7.
Hannah is concerned that her boyfriend does not support her
in her decisions. This is an example of a(n) ________ concern.
A) academic
B) vocational
C) social
D) spiritual
Correct Answer(s): C
8.
Mark is trying to decide whether to be a business major or a
Spanish major. This decision falls primarily under which category?
A) physical
B) linguistic
C) vocational
D) spiritual
Correct Answer(s): C
9.
What is the definition of problem solving?
A) moving from the point at which we realize we have
difficulty to the point at which we consider the difficulty to be resolved
B) avoiding dealing with problems that seem too difficult or
overwhelming
C) calling on someone else to help you figure out a plan to
resolve the problems in your life
D) waiting until small problems become big problems before
taking action to solve them on your own
Correct Answer(s): A
10.
Devon has a test tomorrow. According to the text, what is
the best way for him to prepare for it?
A) Study off and on for 2 hours.
B) Study intensely for the entire evening.
C) Study for 30 solid minutes and then take a break.
D) Study for 5 minutes before the exam.
Correct Answer(s): C
11.
Sharon is concerned that she is not getting enough protein
from her 100% vegetarian diet. This problem falls under which category?
A) spiritual
B) academic
C) emotional
D) physical
Correct Answer(s): D
12.
Carol is an 18-year-old who is debating whether or not she
should attend college. Her mother encourages her to consider attending, knowing
that (according to the text)
A) in college Carol will learn how to manage her problems, a
valuable life skill.
B) Carol is really not that smart and will not do well in
college.
C) their family is wealthy, so therefore Carol should go to
college.
D) Carol could be just as successful in life without a
college degree.
Correct Answer(s): A
13.
When problem solving, why is it important to gather relevant
information?
A) Gathering relevant information helps us deepen our
understanding of the problem.
B) Gathering relevant information is a great way to distract
oneself from the problem at hand.
C) Gathering relevant information helps us view the problem
in a stereotypic fashion.
D) Gathering relevant information is a good way to improve
one's computer skills.
Correct Answer(s): A
14.
Marcy is a college freshman. She is quickly learning that
________ is the main cognitive skill needed when taking her freshman English
essay exams.
A) rote memorization
B) critical thinking
C) quick calculating
D) photographic memory
Correct Answer(s): B
15.
According to the text, how does the media portray college
success?
A) in terms of grades
B) in terms of service work
C) in terms of dorm life
D) in terms of graduation
Correct Answer(s): D
16.
Marcie spent all weekend out with her friends when she
should have been studying for her chemistry exam. She received an F on the
exam, her worst grade this semester. Her poor grade is
A) the proof of her lack of chemistry talent.
B) the result of her actions.
C) an overall problem in her life.
D) an unfortunate coincidence.
Correct Answer(s): B
17.
Wendy is using the IDEAS process to solve a problem. She
just gathered relevant information. What will she do next?
A) identify the problem and set priorities
B) identify options and anticipate consequences
C) assess the situation and make a preliminary decision
D) scrutinize the process and self-correct
Correct Answer(s): B
18.
According to the text, which of the following statements
about social relationships is true?
A) Social relationships are unnecessary.
B) Social relationships are black and white.
C) Social relationships are complex.
D) Social relationships are disrespectful.
Correct Answer(s): C
19.
Carl is trying to become a better decision maker. He is most
likely working on
A) making snap judgments.
B) heuristic thinking.
C) considering all consequences.
D) taking reactive risks.
Correct Answer(s): C
20.
Bret was raised in a Catholic home, but never attended
college. Mary was raised in a secular home, but has a M.A. degree. According to
the information in the text, what could be said about Bret and Mary?
A) Bret most likely knows more about religion than Mary.
B) Mary most likely knows more about religion than Bret.
C) Bret has read more of the Bible than Mary.
D) Mary has never heard of Buddhism, but Bret has.
Correct Answer(s): B
