Real World Trivia

If I drink 3 Starbucks beverages a week, approximately how much am I spending a month?

• $15

• $30

• $20

• $60

Answer explanation

3 x $5 = $15 per week

~4 weeks a month

$15 x 4 = $60

What is the minimum wage in Virginia right now?

• $7.25

• $9.50

• $11

• $15.25

Answer explanation

Did you know? In May 2021 the wage in VA increased from the federal minimum of $7.25 to $9.50. As of January 1, 2022, the new minimum wage in VA is $11.

What is the expected minimum tip you should leave at most restaurants?

• 10% of the bill

• 15% of the bill

• 18% of the bill

• 20% of the bill

Answer explanation

15% is appropriate for average service. If your server is above average 20% or more. If you received poor service, it's better to talk to the manager than skimp on the tip. Leaving no tip doesn't change the problem & is just rude.

What's the minimum amount of time you should give your boss if you want to quit?

• 24 hours

• One week

• 10 days

• 2 weeks

Answer explanation

The idea of two weeks notice is so your employer can start to work for a replacement & you can set things up for a smooth transition.

All of the following should NOT be worn for a job or college interview EXCEPT

• leggings

• tie

• sweatpants

• flip flops

Answer explanation

Find out what the dress code is for the company you are meeting with. Typically you want to dress a little more professionally than their average employee. You're trying to impress that you will work hard!

After an interview, do the following to increase your chance of getting the job...

• send a thank you note

• wait by the phone

• show up ready to work

• reapply

Answer explanation

Basically, be considerate. They took the time to talk to you and you want to start a good working relationship with them. Definitely don't be a nag!

What is the first thing you should do if you are in a fender bender?

• call 911

• call your insurance company

• call a lawyer

• make sure everyone is ok

Answer explanation

Please be safe! Make sure no one is in danger & get out of the way of more traffic. Then call 911, etc. when you have more information to give them & aren't likely to cause another accident.

What should you always have in your car while driving?

• Driver's license

• Car registration

• First aid kit

• All of the above

Answer explanation

A couple bottles of water and a blanket (in case of cold, wet or shock) comes in handy as well.

When receiving a phone call in public, you should:

• move to a private spot to talk without bothering others

• use headphones

• answer it and continue what you were doing - multitask

• stop what you are doing and text them instead

If wearing headphones in public, it is best to

• use wireless headphones so you don't get tangled in stuff

• keep one earbud out so you can still hear your surroundings

• keep the volume up to drown out any distractions

• keep the volume up to let others share your playlist