CTE Overview Assessment - 8th Grade

Which of the following is a Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO)?

• Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

• National Honor Society (NHS)

• Student Government Association (SGA)

• National Art Education Association (NAEA)

Durable employability skills are important because they help individuals:

• Learn how to play sports

• Build relationships with friends

• Adapt and succeed in various work environments

• Keep their grades up in school

Earning a credential in high school is helpful because it:

• Guarantees a high-paying job

• Shows employers that you have specific skills and knowledge

• Allows you to skip college altogether

• Means you don’t have to take any tests

Work-based learning in CTE classes typically includes:

• Only classroom lectures

• Internships and apprenticeships

• Watching videos about jobs

• Reading textbooks

A key benefit of CTE programs is that they:

• Are only for students who want to go to college

• Help students explore different career options

• Focus solely on academic subjects

• Require students to drop extracurricular activities

Which of the following is a durable employability skill?

• Ability to memorize facts

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Knowledge of historical events

• Proficiency in a foreign language

Why might a student choose to participate in a CTSO?

• To avoid taking classes

• To develop leadership skills and network with peers

• To increase their social media presence

• To get out of doing homework

What is the primary goal of work-based learning in CTE?

• To complete as many assignments as possible

• To provide real-world experiences that enhance learning

• To prepare students for standardized testing

• To allow students to take long breaks

What is the primary purpose of Career & Technical Training?

• To prepare students for careers in academic research

• To provide hands-on experience in a specific trade or occupation

• To offer a broad liberal arts education

• To train students for careers in the entertainment industry

Which of the following best describes cooperative education?

• A program that combines classroom learning with paid job experience in a related field

• An online course that allows students to learn at their own pace

• A study abroad program that focuses on cultural exchange

• A military training program for high school graduates