SMART Goals Quiz

Which of the following best describes a SMART goal?

• A goal that is fun and easy to achieve.

• A goal that is big and impressive, even if it's unlikely to happen.

• A goal that is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.

• A goal that you keep to yourself so nobody knows if you fail.

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Why is it important to make your goal "specific"?

• So you can brag about it to your friends.

• So you have a clear target and know exactly what you're working towards.

• So you can change your mind about the goal later.

• It doesn't really matter if it's specific or not.

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Why is it important to set a time frame for your goal?

• It creates a sense of urgency and helps you stay motivated.

• It gives you an excuse to quit if you don't reach it on time.

• It makes the goal seem more difficult and less achievable.

• Time frames are only necessary for long-term goals.

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What does it mean for a goal to be "realistic"?

• It's a goal that anyone could achieve easily.

• It's a goal that is challenging but still possible for you to reach.

• It's a goal that is so difficult, you're almost guaranteed to fail.

• It's a goal that doesn't require any effort.

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Which of these goals is the MOST measurable?

• "Do better in math class."

• "Read more books this year."

• "Improve my fitness."

• "Run a 5k race in under 30 minutes by the end of the semester."