Unit 1: High School Matters Exam

Which of the following high schools is NOT part of the Omaha Public Schools offering College & Career Academies?

• Burke High School

• Central High School

• East High School

• Bryan High School

Which of the following high schools is part of the Omaha Public Schools offering College & Career Academies?

• Westside High School

• Lewis Central High School

• Blackburn High School

• Career Center

How many credits are required in Math for graduation in Omaha Public Schools?

• 3 Credits

• 12 Credits

• 8 Credits

• 6 Credits

What is the main advantage of taking AP courses over Honors courses in Omaha Public Schools?

• AP courses are easier than Honors courses.

• AP courses offer college credit upon passing an exam.

• Honors courses offer more extracurricular activities.

• Honors courses provide college credit without exams.

Calculate the total number of credits required in English/Language Arts for graduation.

• 5 Credits

• 16 Credits

• 8 Credits

• 6 Credits

Which of the following is NOT a trait included in the Omaha Public Schools Portrait of a Graduate?

• Critical Thinker

• Innovator

• Passive Observer

• Resilient Achiever

At what stage does students initiate Career Readiness development?

• Preschool

• Elementary school

• Middle school

• High school

What is a potential consequence of not completing assignments?

• Increased social interactions

  
  

• It can lead to low grades that may affect future opportunities

• No impact on grades

• It encourages students to work harder

Why is participation in after-school activities important for building a strong transcript?

• It guarantees a high GPA.

• It builds a strong transcript similar to a resume.

• It reduces the number of required credits.

• It has no impact on a transcript.

How does the approach of a Resilient Achiever differ from that of a Critical Thinker when faced with a challenge?

• A Resilient Achiever focuses only on the outcome, while a Critical Thinker analyzes the process

  
  

• A Resilient Achiever sets specific goals to overcome challenges, while a Critical Thinker seeks to understand the problem deeply

• A Resilient Achiever avoids challenges, while a Critical Thinker embraces them

• Both traits are the same