1. UNIT B-3

2. In multiple choice testing:
A negative choice is more likely the answer than a positive one
Usually the correct answer is the choice with the most information
Read the questions and then all of the answer choices
D. “None of the above” choices are often the correct answer

3. 2. A formal program of on-the-job training and related instruction by which a worker learns an occupation under the direction of a journey worker is:
A. Part-time work
B. Temporary employment
C. An apprenticeship
D. Job shadowing

4. 3. Which statement is TRUE of military training?
It is generally not as good as civilian on-the-job training
There is no tuition assistance for enlisted personnel
Training is provided on-the-go and through specialized schools
Credit from military cannot be transferred

5. 4. For a student entering a medical field, which career-technical course would be most helpful in high school?
Welding
Allied Health Sciences
C. Culinary Arts
D. Construction Technology

6. A paid or unpaid, practical work experience through which a student or graduate gains practical experience under supervision:
Apprenticeship
Cooperative education
Internship
Job shadowing

7. A postsecondary school where a student might receive a bachelor’s degree in a specific discipline is a:
College or University
Community college
Graduate school
Professional school

8. 7. Education and training provided by an employer that usually takes place at a work site is known as:
College education
On-the job training
Postsecondary education
Job shadowing

9. Career pathways allow a student to:
Choose a course that helps prepare them for any career
Choose a sequence of courses for their career interest
Take any course they want to
Take the courses that are assigned to them

10. When considering a student for admission, most colleges look at all of the following EXCEPT:
The courses that a student has taken
The grades that a student has earned
How many of the faculty a student knows
The school and community activities that the student has been involved in

11. A four year career plan developed for use in high school should reflect:
Courses to support the student’s chosen career goal
One year of a foreign language
Courses from as many pathways as possible
Few, if any, challenging courses

12. A student who wishes to enroll in a dual enrollment course will be required to take which test?
ASSET/ACCUPLACER
ASVAB
PSAT
SAT 2400

13. 12. If a student plans to run a horticultural supply store, high school courses in which subject would most be helpful?
Calculus
Computer engineering
Entrepreneur
Culinary arts

14. 13. Which is TRUE of community college?
They do not charge tuition
They offer no diploma programs
They have an open door policy
All courses are delivered online

15. 14. A person who is seeking an Associate degree will most likely choose to attend:
A college out of state
A community college
A private college
The University of North Carolina

16. 15. Training at this type of school is for a specific job or trade:
Four-year college
Charter school
Community college
Proprietary school

17. Skills useful in the work place are often developed:
Only in the workplace
Only in high school
Through volunteer work activities
When they are appropriately paid for

18. Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees are awarded by:
Colleges and universities
Community colleges
Proprietary schools
Vocational schools

19. 18. Which is an example of a Career-Technical Student Organization (CTSO)?
Beta club
Candy stripers
DECA
Golf team

20. Which is a state-wide graduation requirement for North Carolina high school students?
End of course tests in all subjects
A work-based learning experience
Three credits in science
Four years of foreign language

21. Making career decisions while in high school gives a student time to:
Work full time
Play competitive sports
Run for class officer
Select appropriate courses

22. Which type of program would a community college provide?
College transfer
Doctoral
Master’s
School of law

23. A student who wishes to work with computers should pursue which NCDPI career pathway?
Arts and Sciences
Business Technologies
Health Sciences
Public Service Technologies

24. After a student decides to pursue postsecondary education, the next step is to:
A. Submit an official application
B Submit an official transcript
C. Apply for financial aid
D. Sign a letter of intent

25. Which high school subjects and occupations are most closely related?
Biology and fashion designer
Foreign language and travel agent
Physical education and carpenter
Physics and politician

26. In North Carolina, a primary source for financial aid information is:
Occupational Outlook Handbook
College Foundation of North Carolina
State Employees Credit Union
State Department of Public Instruction

27. An effective individual career planning program for high school includes:
Identifying financial aid
Choosing appropriate courses
Choosing a retirement program
Choosing fringe benefits

28. Every postsecondary institution requires:
A portfolio
An essay
Letters of recommendation
An application for admission

29. When taking notes, a student should:
Avoid abbreviating
Copy the entire paragraph from the book
Write notes in his or her own words
Write in complete sentences

30. When taking notes, a student should:
Copy entire paragraphs from the book
Memorize the author’s words
Organize notes by chapter or date
Write down as much as possible

31. When finishing the test before time is called:
Make sure all questions are answered
Turn in test immediately
Read the whole test again
Rest for the next test

32. The skill that is basic to all studying is:
Math
Reading
Writing
Speaking

33. Volunteer experiences may help a student to:
Confirm career choices
Take time away from required school work
Find a place to hang out with friends
Earn extra money

34. Which is an example of a poor study skill/habit?
Completing hard assignments first
Completing easiest assignments first
Keeping a course notebook
Keeping assignments up-to-date

35. A good source for scholarship information is:
Banks
Counseling offices
Employment Security Commission
Department of Labor

36. Which type of financial aid must be paid back?
Loan
Scholarship
Grant
Stipend