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Budgeting Quiz

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 10mins

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1.

Guess what? Creating a budget can actually make you feel like a superhero! But how so?

a)

Because budgeting wizards earn gold coins and live in castles, leading a lavish life!

b)

It's like having a magic wand that puts you in charge of your treasure chest, guiding you to make wise choices and boosting your confidence!

c)

Only the knights and queens of the corporate realm can truly master the art of budgeting, earning them admiration far and wide!

d)

Once you've cast your budgeting spell, it's all smooth sailing. You can kick back, relax, and watch your garden of gold grow without a worry!

2.

Imagine Jenny, who's just ventured into the exciting world of living solo and is balancing her full-time job. Among the list below, which item would she NOT include in her 'Monthly Bills' category?

a)

Internet Bill

b)

House Payment

c)

Ice Cream Splurge Fund

d)

Health Insurance

3.

Ready to dive into the world of budgeting? Let's start with the basics! The two main portions of a budget are...

a)

income and expenses

b)

cash and checks

c)

digital payment vs in-person payments

d)

buy and save

4.

Ever wondered why it's super important to figure out if something is a NEED or a WANT?

a)

Needs are the real MVPs of our budget, while wants should never see the light of our wallets!

b)

While needs might make your wallet cry, wants are like those cheap thrills that don't really count, right?

c)

Imagine having two budgets - one for needs and one for wants. Sounds like a hassle, doesn't it?

d)

First things first, cover your needs in your budget. Then, if your piggy bank allows, sprinkle some wants for fun!

5.

Imagine Cory's in a world where data is like oxygen for his daily activities! In which scenario does Cory absolutely NEED unlimited data to thrive?

a)

Cory's a Netflix junkie! He's hooked on streaming shows every day and wants to catch up on his favorite series at school.

b)

Unlimited data is Cory's ticket to endless gaming adventures with his pals, no matter where he is. He's a gaming fanatic!

c)

Cory's on a mission to conquer TikTok and become a viral sensation. He needs to stay connected with his fans 24/7.

d)

With an hour-long bus journey to and from school, Cory's online homework can't wait. He needs that time to submit his assignments on the go.

6.

🌟 Imagine you're at the mall with Becky. How would you help her figure out if something is a total MUST-HAVE or just a nice-to-have? 🌟

a)

🤔 Would the world end if you didn't snag this item?

b)

😎 Is this the secret to becoming the coolest kid on the block?

c)

💖 Could this be the key to ultimate happiness?

d)

👩‍🏫 Would your teachers throw a party if you got this, or would they rather not know?

7.

Guess what? Bluey has a part-time gig that pays a cool $9 per hour. This time around, he hustled for 10 whole hours. Can you figure out how much moolah he's made before any of those pesky taxes?

a)

$9

b)

$90

c)

$90, minus any taxes she has to pay

d)

$90, plus any taxes she has to pay

8.

Guess what? Bingo just got her paycheck! 🎉 She noticed her gross pay is a cool $250, but her net pay is $200. Can you figure out how much was taken out for deductions this time?

a)

$50

b)

$200

c)

$250

d)

$450

9.

Why is it super smart to use your NET pay when crafting your budget masterpiece?

a)

Your net pay is like a treasure chest that's always overflowing, so you'll have heaps of gold to play with!

b)

Think of your net pay as the most accurate map to your treasure, showing you exactly how much loot you have to spend or save!

c)

Your employer is the keeper of the gross pay secrets, but you, brave explorer, only know the mysteries of your net pay.

d)

With your net pay in hand, you're like a wizard who can magically figure out tax deductions before conjuring up your budget potion!

10.

Let's dive into a budget adventure! The mighty federal government has a treasure chest, and it divides its gold coins into three massive chests – mandatory spending, discretionary spending, and .... What's the name of the third chest?

a)

interest on debt

b)

the Constitution

c)

budget funds

d)

free programming

11.

Imagine you're on a quest to identify which of these items isn't funded by the treasure chest of taxpayer gold. Three of these are grand services provided by the kingdom (federal government), but one is a personal expense. Can you spot it?

a)

Military protection

b)

Medicare and Medicaid

c)

Auto insurance

d)

NASA space program

12.

Guess who's invited to the US government's tax party?

a)

Every citizen, dancing through life, young or old, working or chilling

b)

Every person or company grooving on the US income dance floor

c)

Anyone owning a home or hitting the books in public school

d)

No one really, it's a voluntary disco!

13.

Imagine Emma is on a budgeting adventure using the magical 50/30/20 rule. How does she plan to conquer her finances?

a)

50% needs, 30% wants, 20% savings

b)

50% budget, 30% needs, 20% wants

c)

50% saving, 30% needs, 20% wants

d)

$50 needs, $30 wants, $20 savings

14.

Ready to dive into the world of budgeting? Let's tackle this: Why do we separate our expenses into fixed and variable categories in our budget?

a)

Because fixed expenses are the VIPs of our budget, way more important than variable expenses

b)

Because it's easier to play around with variable expenses when we're trying to save some extra cash

c)

Because we can wave a magic wand and make fixed expenses disappear completely to save money

d)

Because only variable expenses deserve a spot in our budget, the fixed ones can take a hike

15.

Guess what? Having an emergency fund is like having a superhero for your finances! How does it save the day?

a)

It lets you splurge on big buys without needing to save up.

b)

It means you always have cash to treat yo' self.

c)

It's your financial safety net for those 'oh no!' moments, keeping stress at bay.

d)

It magically boosts your net worth to the skies!

16.

Why should you treat your budget like your favorite TV show and give it a regular check-up?

a)

Because your income and expenses are as constant as a sitcom's laugh track

b)

Because it's the latest trend everyone's legally required to follow

c)

Because like any good plot twist, your financial situation and goals might change

d)

Because watching one episode is enough to know the whole story, right?

17.

Why is tracking your spending over time an essential step in mastering your budget?

a)

Because it's fun to see how much money you've spent on coffee this year

b)

Because it helps identify patterns and areas where you can cut back or need to allocate more funds

c)

Because your friends will be impressed with your detailed expense reports

d)

Because the government requires a yearly spending report from all citizens

18.

What's the golden rule when it comes to saving for your future?

a)

Save whatever is left at the end of the month

b)

Invest all your savings in lottery tickets for a big win

c)

Pay yourself first by setting aside savings before spending on other expenses

d)

Keep all your savings under your mattress for safekeeping

19.

How can setting financial goals influence your budgeting process?

a)

It has no real impact; budgeting and goal setting are completely unrelated

b)

Setting goals can demotivate you, making budgeting a painful task

c)

Goals give you a roadmap, making it easier to allocate funds and stay motivated

d)

Financial goals are only for the rich and have no place in a regular person's budget