College and Career Readiness Quiz

What does SMART stand for in SMART goals?

• Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Relevant, and Time-bound

• Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound

• Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely

• Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound

Why is college readiness important for students?

• College readiness is not important for students.

• College readiness is important for students because it prepares them for the academic and social challenges they will face in college.

• College readiness only focuses on academic challenges, not social challenges.

• College readiness is only important for students who plan to attend college.

What is career exploration?

• The process of staying in the same career without exploring other possibilities.

• The process of choosing a specific career path without considering other options.

• The process of randomly selecting a career without any research or planning.

• The process of discovering and learning about different career options and pathways.

What are some ways to explore different career options?

• Conduct informational interviews, attend career fairs, research online job boards, volunteer or intern, seek guidance from career counselors or mentors.

• Take career quizzes, ask friends and family for advice, rely on personal interests and hobbies

Why is it important to choose a college major?

• To waste time and money

• To have a wide range of knowledge

• To focus studies and pursue a career path.

• To impress others

What factors should be considered when choosing a college major?

• Personal interests, career goals, job market demand, potential salary, and academic strengths.

• Weather of the college location, proximity to home, availability of dormitories

• Recommendations from friends and family, extracurricular activities, college rankings

• Location of the college, popularity of the major, availability of scholarships

What are some resources available to help students choose a college major?

• high school teachers, friends, and family members

• career counseling services, online assessments, college websites, academic advisors, and informational interviews with professionals

• social media influencers and celebrities

• random internet forums and blogs

What is the importance of setting SMART goals?

• SMART goals are not important.

• SMART goals help in creating vague and unachievable targets.

• SMART goals provide a clear and achievable roadmap towards achieving objectives.

• SMART goals are only important for business professionals.

What are some effective strategies for college readiness?

• Procrastination and last-minute studying.

• Developing strong academic skills, time management, and social skills.

• Ignoring college readiness programs and resources.

• Focusing only on social activities and ignoring academics.

Why is career exploration crucial in the early stages of one's education?

• Career exploration is not crucial in the early stages of one's education.

• Career exploration helps in understanding the job market and identifying potential career paths early on.

• Career exploration should only be done after completing education.

• Career exploration is only crucial for those who are unsure about their career path.