Deck 2: Planning Your Future

Question 1

Which of these is a survey of your preferences?

A) occupational projection
B) academic plan
C) interest inventory
D) internship

Answer 1

C

Question 2

People with which type of interests enjoy working with their hands, working outside, using tools, installing and repairing things, or working with animals?

A) Social
B) Realistic
C) Artistic
D) Enterprising

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Gordon, a pre-med student, enjoys logic puzzles because they give him the opportunity to analyze and solve problems. Which type of interests does Gordon likely have?

A) Investigative
B) Enterprising
C) Conventional
D) Artistic

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Angie loves to dance and is interested in studying classical sculpture and paintings. Which type of interests does Angie have?

A) Social
B) Realistic
C) Investigative
D) Artistic

Question 5

People with Social interests are most likely to be interested in which career?

A) occupational therapist
B) magazine editor
C) computer programmer
D) wildlife manager

Question 6

People with these types of interests like to influence, lead, persuade, and manage others.

A) Realistic
B) Investigative
C) Conventional
D) Enterprising

Question 7

People with Conventional interests tend to be:

A) drawn to careers related to teaching.
B) sensitive and expressive.
C) precise in their work.
D) primarily interested in all areas of science.

Question 8

The things and ideals you consider to be really important are known as your:

A) interests.
B) values.
C) skills.
D) job qualifications.

Question 9

Which work value involves using your abilities and gaining a feeling of accomplishment?

A) relationships
B) achievement
C) independence
D) support

Question 10

If recognition is one of your work values, it means that you value:

A) doing things for other people.
B) getting along with coworkers.
C) directing the work of others.
D) not having to do things that violate your ideals.

Question 11

If this is one of your work values, it means that you value receiving helpful supervision, being treated fairly by your organization, and getting appropriate training.

A) support
B) independence
C) recognition
D) relationships

Question 12

Which is an example of a work skill that is specific, not transferable?

A) using logic and reasoning to solve problems
B) managing your time
C) listening to others
D) writing computer code

Question 13

A person's understanding of their career goals, interests, and strengths is called their:

A) work values.
B) interests.
C) vocational identity.
D) occupational projection.

Question 14

Which of these is used to show you the steps you will take to complete the degree or certificate you want to earn?

A) core requirement
B) academic plan
C) occupational projection
D) college major

Question 15

Which of these is true of life circumstances for college students?

A) Students who start college at the same time will graduate together.
B) Each student's timeline may be different.
C) Unforeseen events should not affect one's coursework.
D) Once a degree program is selected, it should not change.

Question 16

Which of these is a collection of courses organized around an academic theme?

A) academic plan
B) vocational identity
C) occupational projection
D) college major

Question 17

Which college major may prepare you for a variety of careers?

A) education
B) accounting
C) psychology
D) engineering

Question 18

Which of these is a course you choose to take based on your interests or career goals?

A) elective
B) general-education course
C) co-op
D) academic plan

Question 19

Courses that give students a broad liberal education in the natural and social sciences, humanities, arts, and mathematics fall under which category?

A) academic plans
B) electives
C) occupational vocations
D) general-education courses

Question 20

A highly trained professional who can help you make effective academic decisions and refer you to valuable campus resources is called a(n):

A) informational interviewer.
B) teaching assistant.
C) academic adviser or counselor.
D) internship coordinator.

Question 21

How often should you meet with your academic adviser?

A) at least once each term
B) at least once every two terms
C) at least once a month
D) every other month

Question 22

You are likely to earn more money per week with an associate's degree than with a:

A) high school degree.
B) master's degree.
C) bachelor's degree.
D) doctoral degree.

Question 23

A financial plan that documents your income and expenses over specific time periods is called a(n):

A) expenditure.
B) budget.
C) balance.
D) disbursement.

Question 24

Which is an example of a need for a college student?

A) textbooks
B) cable or satellite television
C) concert tickets
D) fast food

Question 25

Which is an example of a want for a college student?

A) utilities such as electricity
B) gym membership
C) tuition
D) basic clothing

Question 26

Which of these is NOT an advantage of having a job while in college?

A) You make money.
B) You have more time for your studies.
C) You gain valuable experience.
D) You build your résumé.

Question 27

What is the FAFSA used for?

A) purchasing textbooks
B) establishing credit
C) applying for financial aid
D) creating a budget

Question 28

Which is true about Pell Grants?

A) They are based on financial need.
B) They are given for military service.
C) They must be repaid with interest.
D) They are issued by two- or four-year colleges.

Question 29

Which statement about direct subsidized loans is correct?

A) They are provided by private institutions such as banks.
B) They usually have a higher interest rate than other types of loans.
C) Students qualify for this type of loan based on academic performance.
D) Interest on this type of loan does not accrue while you are in school.

Question 30

PLUS loans are made by:

A) the federal government to the parents of students.
B) the federal government directly to students.
C) state governments to the parents of students.
D) state governments directly to students.

Question 31

Once established, your work values cannot change.

Question 32

Transferable work skills are very specific skills that are only needed in a few careers.

Question 33

Your academic plan should reflect your goals.

Question 34

Your academic plan will likely be the same as those of your classmates.

Question 35

It is important to find out the deadline by which you must declare your major so that you can prepare yourself as best as possible.

Question 36

Your academic adviser is ultimately responsible for your academic plan.

Question 37

You should not meet with counselors in the campus career center until you are ready to look for a job.

Question 38

Scholarships do not have to be repaid.

Question 39

To qualify for a direct unsubsidized loan, you must demonstrate financial need.

Question 40

If you receive a work-study award, you are guaranteed a work-study position.

Question 41

Identify two or three of the Holland interest types with which you identify most closely, explain why, and describe the role they will likely play in your career choice.

Question 42

Where do a person's values come from?

Question 43

How can you discover your skills and interests while in college?

Question 44

What are the four components of academic planning?

Question 45

Discuss your major and why you chose it. Be specific in explaining how your interests, your values, and your career goals match up with your chosen major. If you do not yet have a major, what steps could you take to decide on one?

Question 46

It is important to begin planning for your transition to whatever you have planned after you graduate from college, whether that is transferring, getting a job, or furthering your education. What are at least four things you should be doing now to plan for your future?

Question 47

Discuss why choosing a major is so important to your academic planning.

Question 48

List five ways a college student can cut their expenses.

Question 49

Explore the potential advantages and disadvantages of working during college. Do you think it is a good idea for college students to hold down a job while going to school? Why or why not?

Question 50

Jinan was approved for financial aid for his first term at college. Explain what he must do to maintain his financial aid going forward, and why.