Education Stages and Options Quiz

Middle school, or junior high school, usually includes grades __________ and is a transitional period between elementary and high school.

• Four through six

• Five through seven

• Six through eight

• Seven through nine

Susan is a student who has just completed her high school education. She is trying to recall the stages of education she went through. Which of the following is NOT a stage in Susan’s educational journey?

• Elementary school

• Middle school

• High school

• Graduate school

When transitioning from middle school to high school, planning by exploring careers, looking at programs and courses, setting goals and creating a study schedule are important.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a group of people employed in a particular industry?

• Workforce

• Apprenticeship

• Internship

• Trade school

Paulo was looking at courses for the school year. He has already scheduled math, science, history and language arts. He needs to decide if he will take art, athletics or yearbook. These courses are not part of the required curriculum, but Paulo can select one based on his interests. What are these courses commonly called?

• IB courses

• Elective courses

• AP courses

• CTE courses

Which of the following is an advantage of attending a community college?

• More affordable and flexible options

• Broader range of majors

• Longer duration to complete a degree

• Higher tuition costs

Trade schools typically require less time to complete than a college degree.

• True

• False

A trusted individual who offers guidance, support and advice based on their own experiences and knowledge is called a __________.

• Mentor

• Apprentice

• Intern

• Tutor

If Josiah took a CTE course allowing him to explore careers in computer programming and software development, which of the following courses did he likely take?

• Culinary arts

• Automotive technology

• Computer science

• Welding

Destiny is exploring her options after high school graduation and would like a shorter learning period so she could begin working with her newly acquired skills. Which path best fits Destiny’s needs?

• College

• Trade school

• The military

• The workforce