WorksheetsIndependent Living Pretest
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
Being able to make friends represents which type of growth?
Physical growth
Social growth
Emotional growth
Intellectual growth
What is the term for a group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption?
.. . .
Brothers and sisters
Family
Generation
Friends
Which, trait comes from the environment?
Hairstyle.
Bone structure
Eye color
Height
What is the term that describes how someone thinks of themselves?
Self-concept
Reputation
Personality
None of the above
Which of these skills is required to be a good manager?
creative thinking
linear thinking
limited thinking
short-term thinking
What family challenge would most likely be considered a crisis?
arrival of a foster child
flood ruining the family house
moving to a new state
a parent remarrying
Which of these items can typically be safely stored in the refrigerator the longest?
cold cuts
pie
poultry
hard cheese
The risk of which of these situations increases when you use a single cutting board to cut up chicken, fruits, and vegetables?
The food can lose some of its nutrients.
You are more likely to get cut or injured.
Bacterial cross-contamination can occur.
The taste of the food can be ruined.
Which of these behaviors is not a recommended stress management technique?
eating tasty foods
learning to say no
planning ahead
sharing thoughts and feelings with someone you trust
Which of these is not a safe way to thaw food?
Place it in the refrigerator.
Place it in cold water inside a leak-proof plastic bag.
Use a microwave on a low setting
Place it on the counter at room temperature.
What can Body Mass Index tell you?
if your body is flexible
if you are under excess stress
if you are underweight or overweigh
none of the above
Which of these vehicles probably gets the highest gas mileage?
pickup truck
full-sized family car
sport utility vehicle
hybrid electric vehicle
Which of these guides your spending?
your family
your needs and wants
the media
all of the above
What safety tip should you follow when using knives?
Always place your knives flat when washing them in the dishwasher.
Make a cut by moving the knife blade toward your fingers
Always hold a knife by its handle.
Insert cutting blades into an appliance immediately after plugging it in.
What is an example of a learning disability?
aggressiveness
withdrawal from others
reduced vision
difficulty in understanding language
Being underweight is most likely to increase your chances of which of the following?
anemia
heart disease
diabetes
damage to joints
What is not a useful tip for managing time?
Keep your schedule as full as possible.
Make a daily or weekly to-do list.
Learn to say no.
Build flexibility into your schedule.
What is not a good option for dealing with misbehavior?
enforce consequences
give reminders
always punish
redirect behavior
Which of these is a sign of negative peer pressure?
insults
aggressive behavior
intimidation
all of the above
You want a shirt that is soft and warm and resists wrinkling and fading. What fabric would be your best bet?
acetate
acrylic
rayon
spandex
Which of these is a primary color?
green
blue
orange
purple
Bin is unwilling to learn any new skills, such as playing a music instrument or a new sport. What is the most
likely cause of this situation?
He has low self-esteem.
He has supportive friends.
He has perseverance.
He does not like to procrastinate.
Which of these is true concerning store return policies?
Some stores do not give refunds, only store credit.
Most stores set time limits on returning items.
Returned items must be undamaged.
all of the above
What fabric is most likely to be used in formal clothing?
corduroy
bulky wool
silk
flannel
You are somewhat overweight and want to buy clothes that will make you appear slimmer. Which of the
following design elements should you wear?
horizontal stripes, full shape, and bulky fabrics
natural shape, bulky fabric, and dark colors
tubular shape, horizontal stripes, and bright colors
vertical stripes, tubular shape, and fabrics with a dull finish
Which of these is an example of a hidden cost that you might encounter?
A hair dryer is not safe to use.
It will cost you $30 to have a chair shipped to your house.
A dishwasher has a limited, rather than a full, warranty.
A toaster is going on sale next week for $10 off.
What is a good tip when buying fruit?
Select fruit that is relatively light in weight for its size.
Look for fruit that has a healthy color and no bruises.
Buy fruit that has little stick-on labels indicating when it was picked.
Make sure the fruit is very soft to the touch
What is an example of good character?
cheating on a literature test
helping your elderly neighbor by mowing her lawn
ignoring a new student in your class because he is overweight
keeping the extra change that a salesperson gives you by mistake
What kind of expense is rent?
fixed
flexible
marginal
leased
Which of these is an example of a major appliance?
cutting board
stove
food processor
measuring cups
The slip of paper you fill out when you want to PUT money INTO your bank account
deposit slip
check register
withdrawal slip
statement
In a banking, this means how much money.
account
balance
cash
amount
account
balance
cash
amount
paper and coins
currency
credit
checks
none of the above
What is the name for the person who handles transactions at a bank?
Banker
Teller
Manager
None of the above?
How many teaspoons in a tablespoon?
3
4
1
5
