Goal Setting Quiz

What is the first step in setting a goal?

• Telling everyone about your goal

• Identifying what you want to achieve

• Planning a celebration

• Starting to work on it immediately

Which of the following is a benefit of setting goals?

• It makes tasks more difficult.

• It decreases motivation.

• It provides direction and focus.

• It is a waste of time.

How can setting smaller, achievable goals help you?

• They make the main goal seem less important.

• They can increase your confidence as you achieve them.

• They distract you from your main goal.

• They take more time to achieve the main goal.

Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal?

• I want to be better at math.

• I will read one book every month.

• I will improve my math grades by practicing for 30 minutes every day.

• I want to make lots of friends.

Setting SMART goals means the goals are:

• Simple, Mysterious, Arbitrary, Random, Timely

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

• Small, Mediocre, Average, Reactive, Temporary

• Slow, Meaningless, Avoidable, Repetitive, Tiresome

A goal should be:

• Vague

• Specific

• Impossible to achieve

• Unimportant

Which of the following is a sign of poor self-regulation in learning?

• Adjusting study strategies based on performance feedback

• Procrastinating and completing assignments at the last minute

• Setting specific goals for each study session

• Reflecting on what study methods work best for oneself

In the context of self-regulated learning, why is it important to establish specific rather than vague goals?

• Specific goals are easier to forget

• Vague goals provide more flexibility

• Specific goals are more motivating and measurable

• Vague goals are more challenging and therefore more rewarding

Effective study habits are NOT characterized by:

• Consistent study schedules

• Multitasking while studying

• Regular breaks to avoid burnout

• Reviewing material before and after classes

Which tool can help you manage your time effectively?

• A to-do list

• A video game

• A novel

• A candy bar