Gen Z Quiz

1. What proportion of Australia's population comprises Gen Zs?

• One-fifth of the population

• One-third of the population

• Half of the population

Beating out “Swiftie” and “situationship” for the top spot, the term _____ is announced as 2023’s Gen Z word of the year by Oxford University Press.

• 1.  Cheugy

• Simp

• No Cap

• Rizz

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Rizz' which means style, charm & attractiveness

What best explains the meaning of the term ‘Cheugy’?

• 1.  Millennials eating avocado on a toast

• 1.  Millennials being a girl boss

• 1.  Millennials doing a side parting

• 1.  All of the above

Answer explanation

Correct Answer: All of the above. 

"Cheugy" is a slang used by Gen Z to describe Millennials who are outdated, trying too hard to be trendy, or lacking in style and originality. 

This term became popular via Tik-Tok and scored the word of the year in 2021. It is joining the ranks of ‘Ok Boomer’ and ‘Millennial snowflake’ as intergenerational insults, showcasing the growing divide between the generations. 

Which key values have seen a surge among Gen Z in recent times?

• 1. Thrift, Escapism & Wealth

• 1. Honesty, Empathy & Mindfulness

• 1. Authenticity, Privacy & Balance

Answer explanation

Correct Answer: Thrift, Escapism & Wealth

Thrift up by 4 points

Escapism up by 5 points

Wealth up by 4 points

Which collage embodies the Gen Z aesthetic?

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Aussie Gen Zs love Escapism but its meaning has evolved from ‘Self-care’ in 2019 to ‘Quiet Quitting’ in 2022. What do you think it now means in 2024?

• Radical Rest

• Immersive Vacations

• Digital Detox

Answer explanation

'Radical Rest' means intentionally stepping away from the incessant demands of daily life to deeply rejuvenate mentally, physically, and emotionally. Aussie Gen Z no longer aspire to be stressed out CEOs but instead want to lead a simple, balanced life. Only 1 in 3 are prepared to hustle to get ahead in their careers. 

70% Gen Z are romanticising one of the following scenario :-

• 1. Running away and living on a farm with a veggie patch & ducks

• Retiring in their 30s to travel the world

• 1. Choosing social media influencer as a full fledged career option

Which is a stronger metric of success as per Aussie Gen Z?

• Travelling the world

• Making a difference in our world

• Owning a home by the age of 30

What are Aussie Gen Z doing to soothe the current Economic despair?

• 1. Cost cutting on everyday expenses

• Splurging on luxury goods

• Investing in real estate

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Splurging on luxury goods'. The ongoing economic crisis is creating a “treat culture” where Gen Z and Millennials are turning to tiny purchases for a dose of daily escapism. 93% of Gen Zs feel little treats are in for 2024, where they want to live as much in the now and let the future take care of itself. 66% are definitely saving for the future but only for future experiences, fuelling the experience economy for Australia. 

Who do Aussie Gen Z trust most among the following?

• 1. Tik-Tok creators

• 1. Music Artists

• 1. Friends 

Answer explanation

Aussie Gen Z trust their friends the most and are becoming more private in sharing personal information compared to Millennials. 78% tend to share life updates in private chats rather than post on social media.