3. EPQ The Project Plan Quiz

Why is good time management important for your EPQ?

• It helps you complete tasks faster.

• It ensures you have more free time.

• It is key to success in the EPQ.

• It allows you to avoid all stress.

What should you do once you receive approval from your coordinator?

• Start writing your report immediately.

• Prepare for your Planning Review meeting.

• Ignore the recommendations made by your coordinator.

• Submit your final project.

What is a detailed Project Plan NOT meant for?

• A plan for your report.

• A plan to manage time and resources.

• A plan to set clear objectives.

• A plan to address risks.

What might your coordinator require you to carry out?

• A full risk assessment.

• A financial audit.

• A team-building exercise.

• A marketing strategy.

What should you consider when planning your project?

• The types of resources needed.

• The color of your project cover.

• The number of pages in your report.

• The font size of your text.

What is a common admission from EPQ students regarding their project planning?

• They overestimated the time needed for tasks.

• They had excellent time management.

• They underestimated how long certain tasks would take.

• They found time management irrelevant.

What frequently causes interruptions to study, as mentioned in the text?

• Reading books.

• Social media and mobile phones.

• Exercising regularly.

• Attending lectures.

What is a crucial part of planning according to the text?

• Building in time to deal with the unexpected

• Using every single hour of allocated time

• Avoiding any slack time

• Completing tasks as quickly as possible

What does the acronym SMART stand for in SMART objectives?

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

• Simple, Manageable, Accurate, Realistic, Timely

• Strategic, Motivated, Adaptable, Reliable, Tested

• Structured, Meaningful, Attainable, Reasonable, Timed

Which of the following is an example of an aim for a project?

• Seeking an answer to a specific research question

• Avoiding any form of hypothesis testing

• Writing a film script without a plan

• Creating a presentation without objectives