Deck 1: Power: Becoming an Expert Student

Question 1

Over a lifetime, the average college graduate will earn approximately how much more than the average high school graduate?

A) $100,000
B) $1 million
C) $1 billion
D) none

Answer 1

$1 million

Question 2

The racial and ethnic composition of the United States is rapidly changing. With this in mind, college prepares you to live in a world of

A) technology.
B) making more money.
C) lifelong learning.
D) diversity.

Answer 2

diversity.

Question 3

When setting goals, it's important to remember that

A) you can achieve any long-term goal you set for yourself, no matter how unrealistic.
B) the long-term goal is independent of the short-term goal.
C) it's necessary to complete some long-term goals while in college.
D) many short-term goals must be completed in order to achieve a long-term goal.

Answer 3

many short-term goals must be completed in order to achieve a long-term goal.

Question 4

Which of the following statements best describe the key message of this chapter?

A) First-year students need to use their professors as resources more often than other students.
B) College is essentially the same as high school.
C) College isn't just about increasing future income, but also for refining social skills.
D) By combining the concepts of preparation, organization, work, evaluation, and rethinking, students can achieve more in college and in life.

Question 5

In your own words, explain motivation and give an example of how to stay motivated.