📝 Day 1 Quiz – What Is a Career?

Jordan walks dogs for neighbors on weekends to save up for a new bike. What is this an example of?

• Career

• Internship

• Job

• Profession

Lena wants to become a veterinarian. She plans to attend college, intern at an animal shelter, and later open her own clinic. This plan represents a:

• Hobby

• Side gig

• Job

• Career

Marcus works part-time at a grocery store, but he doesn’t plan to stay there long-term. What does this situation describe?

• Career

• Job

• Apprenticeship

• Volunteer work

Emily is applying to a trade school to become an electrician. She’s researching apprenticeships and wants to work in the field long-term. Her goal is best described as a:

• Short-term job

• Career

• Temporary gig

• Side hustle

Which of these people is most likely building a career rather than just working a job?

• Gabe who mows lawns for pocket money

• Toni who tutors classmates for snacks

• Layla who takes classes to become a chef and works in multiple kitchens

• DJ who babysits for extra income

Tyson works at a fast food restaurant. He doesn’t enjoy it and isn’t learning new skills. Which is most likely true?

• He is in a career

• He is working a job

• He’s gaining long-term experience

• He’s pursuing his passion

Which statement best compares a job and a career?

• Jobs make more money than careers

• Careers require less commitment than jobs

• Jobs are always better for young people

• Careers often align with long-term goals, while jobs may not

Selena wants to be a fashion designer. She’s designing clothes, taking classes, and starting a small online store. This is an example of:

• A temporary job

• A hobby

• A career path

• A one-time gig

If someone has worked as a cashier, server, and manager at different restaurants and hopes to open their own, this is an example of:

• Job hopping

• Career building

• Wasting time

• Freelancing

Which of the following best describes a job that supports a career goal?

• Working as a cashier while studying to be a chef

• Babysitting while planning to be a doctor

• Tutoring for fun

• Playing video games and live-streaming for friends