Chapter 7 Lesson 5 Build Your College Resumé

What percentage of college costs is typically covered by scholarships and grants according to the prompt?

• 45%

• 25%

• 11%

• 9%

Which of the following is NOT a recommended step to prepare for college entrance exams?

• Take the PSAT in 9th grade

• Study for the ACT/SAT in 10th grade

• Take the ACT/SAT only once

• Take the PreACT/PSAT in 10th grade

What is the average ACT score mentioned in the prompt?

• 20

• 29

• 1060

• 1350

According to the prompt, what is one of the most powerful pieces of a scholarship application?

• The list of extracurricular activities

• The essay

• The transcript

• The standardized test scores

What is the primary reason students are encouraged to apply for scholarships early?

• Scholarships are only available to high school seniors

• Scholarships are limited to students with perfect grades

• Scholarships are given for all sorts of reasons and are not limited to seniors

• Scholarships are only available to students with high test scores

Which of the following is a suggested way to find volunteer opportunities?

• Wait for opportunities to be announced at school

• Call a business and ask if they need volunteer help

• Only volunteer through school clubs

• Volunteer only during summer breaks

What is the recommended action if you do not have perfect grades but want to apply for scholarships?

• Focus only on improving grades

• Avoid applying for scholarships

• Highlight growth and motivation in your application

• Only apply for scholarships that do not require transcripts

What should you provide to someone writing a letter of recommendation for you?

• A list of your favorite hobbies

• Your cover letter and resumé

• A copy of your grades

• A list of colleges you are applying to

What is the average SAT score mentioned in the prompt?

• 20

• 29

• 1060

• 1350

What is the main message of the "Determination Will Pay Off" section?

• Only seniors should start preparing for college

• It's too late to start preparing if you're a senior

• Start building your college resumé early to cash flow your education

• Focus only on academics to get scholarships