Life skills - Pre Test

What's the best way to make a budget?

• Spend money on whatever you want and hope for the best.

• Borrow money from friends whenever you need it.

• Hide your money under your mattress.

• Track your income and expenses to see where your money goes.

What's a good first step to take when you get a job?

• Buy a new car.

• Open a bank account for your paychecks.

• Tell your friends how much money you make.

• Quit after a few weeks if you don't like it.

Why is it important to pay bills on time?

• To get more junk mail.

• To avoid late fees and keep your services from being shut off.

• To make your parents proud.

• So the bill collectors will leave you alone.

What's the main purpose of an ID or driver's license?

• To show you're a good driver.

• To get into movies for free.

• To prove who you are.

• To get discounts at restaurants.

What should you do if you're not feeling well and need to see a doctor?

• Wait for it to go away.

• Call to make an appointment at a clinic or doctor's office.

• Ask a friend for medicine.

• Go to the emergency room for a simple cough.

How can you best keep your living space clean and healthy?

• Wait until it's really dirty and then clean it all at once.

• Hire someone to clean for you.

• Just tidy up when guests are coming over.

• Do small cleaning tasks every day, like washing dishes and taking out the trash.

What's the most important thing to do when cooking on the stove?

• Use the highest heat setting to cook faster.

• Walk away and do something else while it's cooking.

• Never leave the stove unattended to prevent fires.

• Put a pot of water on the stove and forget about it.

Which of these is a healthy snack choice?

• A large soda.

• A bag of potato chips.

• An apple or a banana.

• A candy bar.

Having an emergency contact is important because:

• They can be reached quickly in case of an emergency.

• They can help with daily chores.

• They provide entertainment during free time.

• They are responsible for planning vacations.

What's the best way to handle a disagreement with a roommate?

• Stop talking to them.

• Leave a mean note for them to read.

• Tell everyone else about your fight.

• Talk to them calmly and try to find a solution together.