College Basics

Which is TRUE about the FAFSA?

• You only need to file the FAFSA 1 time in your college career

• Your family must earn below a set amount for you to apply

• You must fill it out each year that you plan on attending a college or university

What is the primary purpose of a college education in the context of social studies?

• To gain specialized knowledge in a field

• To develop critical thinking and analytical skills

• To prepare for a specific career

• To learn how to socialize

Which of the following is a common social science subject studied in college?

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Sociology

• Physics

What is the significance of studying history in college?

• To memorize dates and events

• To understand the present through the past

• To learn about famous personalities

• To prepare for a history quiz

Which college course would likely cover the study of human societies and cultures?

• Anthropology

• Astrophysics

• Organic Chemistry

• Calculus

What is a common method used in social studies to gather data?

• Laboratory experiments

• Surveys and interviews

• Astronomical observations

• Chemical reactions

Which of the following is a key concept in political science, often studied in college?

• Photosynthesis

• Democracy

• Newton's Laws

• Plate Tectonics

What is the role of economics in social studies?

• To study the physical structure of the Earth

• To analyze the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services

• To explore the chemical composition of substances

• To understand the laws of motion

Which of the following best describes the focus of psychology as a college subject?

• The study of celestial bodies

• The study of human behavior and mental processes

• The study of chemical reactions

• The study of historical events

What is the importance of studying geography in social studies?

• To learn about the chemical elements

• To understand the spatial relationships between people and their environments

• To memorize the names of countries

• To study the laws of physics