Before the First Day

What is a "Jump Start Program" in kindergarten?

• A game children play on the first day.

• A snack time during the school day.

• A program that helps children transition smoothly into school before it officially starts.

• A type of transportation to school.

If a child is familiar with the classroom, it means they:

• Want to go home.

• Don't like being in the classroom.

• Know what to expect and feel comfortable in it.

• Have never seen it before.

What does the word "expect" mean?

• To be surprised by something.

• To forget about something.

• To hope for something to happen.

• To dislike something.

Which sentence correctly uses the word "upon"?

• She upon likes school.

• Upon waking up, I brushed my teeth.

• The book is upon the chair.

• I will eat lunch upon last week.

If a teacher goes over the classroom rules, what is she doing?

• Changing the rules completely.

• Writing them on the board without saying anything.

• Explaining and reviewing them with students.

• Ignoring the rules.

Which of the following shows phonemic awareness?

• A child recognizing the beginning sounds of words.

• A child jumping up and down.

• A child drawing pictures.

• A child eating lunch.

Why do teachers plan activities for students to get to know each other?

• So they can compete against each other.

• So they can be the best student in the class.

• So they can learn math.

• So they can make new friends and feel comfortable.

Which of the following is an example of academic growth?

• A child talks while the teacher is speaking.

• A child plays with toys during class.

• A child learns how to read new words.

• A child eats lunch at school.

What does it mean when we say "kindergarten sets the foundation for learning"?

• Kindergarten helps children build important skills for future learning.

• Kindergarten students don't need to learn anything.

• Kindergarten is the hardest grade in school.

• Kindergarten is only for playing.

What is a supply list for school?

• A list of books in the library.

• A list of lunch options at school.

• A list of students in the class.

• A list of things students need to bring, like pencils and notebooks.