8th Grade Mod 1-3 Careers Review

Approximately what percentage of a person’s waking time is typically spent at work?

• 10–15%

• 50–60%

• 35–40%

• 20–25%

Why does good career planning matter?

• It reduces the need for training.

• It ensures you will not need to change jobs.

• It guarantees a high salary.

• It improves the chances of being satisfied with your work.

 How does the amount of money earned through work influence your life?

• It affects your lifestyle.

• It guarantees long-term job security.

• It prevents you from changing jobs.

• It determines your exact career path.

Which of the following best describes how occupations have changed over time?

• Old occupations are disappearing while new ones are appearing

• Occupations are unaffected by technology

• People no longer need to work in occupations

• Most occupations remain the same as in the past

What has been the impact of computers and the Internet on jobs?

• They only affect technology-related jobs

• They have eliminated the need for new skills

• They have impacted almost all jobs

• They have little to no influence on most occupations

Which of the following job trends is true today?

• More jobs in manufacturing, fewer in service

• Neither service nor manufacturing jobs exist anymore

• Equal balance of service and manufacturing jobs

• More jobs in service, fewer in manufacturing

What do modern occupations require compared to the past?

• Less training and fewer skills

• Only physical labor skills

• No education or training

• More education and skills

Which of the following is true about career planning today compared to the past in terms of education?

• Postsecondary education is often required in some form

• Job skills are the same across all generations

• Employers provide all the planning and stability for employees

• A high school education alone is usually enough for most careers

What are transferable skills?

• Skills that can be used across different jobs and careers 

• Skills that only involve physical labor

• Skills that never change over time

• Skills that only apply to one specific job

In today’s world, who is primarily responsible for career planning and financial stability?

• The employer

• The school system

• The government

• The individual worker