WorksheetsLifeSmarts Quest: Technology & Workforce
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
What is the maximum number of hours that a 14-year-old may work per day when school is not in session?
Eight
Ten
Six
Twelve
This person gains unauthorized access to a computer system:
Hacker
Programmer
Designer
User
This malicious computer program destroys data and damages computer files:
Virus
Spreadsheet
Browser
Compiler
Most common in trade careers, what is the system in which workers train on the job, earn wages, and do productive work while also taking courses?
Apprenticeship
Internship
Residency
Fellowship
Will you find a SIM card in your landline phone or your cell phone?
Cell phone
Landline phone
Fax machine
Desktop computer
You backed up your computer data. What does that mean?
You made a copy; you saved it somewhere else, like the cloud
You deleted all your files permanently
You upgraded your computer hardware
You shared your files with everyone online
What does MPAA stand for?
Motion Picture Association of America
Music Producers Association of America
Movie Producers and Artists Association
Media Production Alliance of America
PDA
Personal Digital Assistant
Public Data Access
Private Device Application
Personal Data Analyzer
Two federal agencies that have jurisdiction to investigate mail or wire fraud are:
FBI and USPS
FBI and FDA
USPS and EPA
EPA and FDA
A customer may abandon their online shopping cart after choosing a camera for which of the following reasons?
Unexpected additional costs or complicated checkout process
They received a discount code
They want to buy more items
The website loads too quickly
Your counselor advises using action verbs on your resume. Why?
Describes skills in a short, powerful way
Makes your resume longer
Adds unnecessary details
Focuses only on job titles
One advantage of sending a PDF instead of a document attached to email is:
It preserves the formatting of the document.
It allows anyone to edit the file easily.
It automatically translates the document to other languages.
It increases the file size significantly.
Is content more likely to go viral when it provides factual information or appeals to emotion?
Appeals to emotion
Provides factual information
Is very long and detailed
Uses complex vocabulary
The secret key and series of letter and numbers used to access your internet or online service is called a:
Password
Username
Browser
Firewall
On the internet, every screen of information is called a:
Page
File
Folder
Link
What is the purpose of a shopping cart when you are shopping online?
Place to store items you want to buy; place to store items you are considering buying
A tool to compare prices between different websites
A feature to chat with customer support
A section to read product reviews
A place to track your shipping status
Is subscription shopping gaining in popularity, or is it fading?
Gaining
Fading
Stagnant
Declining
This screening feature on your phone allows you to see the origin of an incoming call before you answer. What is this service called?
Caller ID
Voicemail
Call Waiting
Conference Call
POV
Point Of View
Power Of Voice
Place Of Value
Part Of View
SSL
Secure Sockets Layer
Single Socket Layer
Secure System Link
Server Security Layer
Which of the following are steps you could take to teach technology to an older person who is not tech savvy?
Be patient and use simple language; Demonstrate tasks step by step
Use only technical jargon; Avoid demonstrations
Ignore their questions; Move quickly through topics
Expect them to already know the basics; Skip explanations
Select the correct examples of soft workforce skills:
Communication and teamwork
Welding and soldering
Data entry and filing
Machine operation and programming
Between April and July, the youth labor force grows sharply each year because:
many students look for summer jobs during this period.
companies hire more full-time workers in summer.
school semesters start during these months.
the government launches new job programs every summer.
One way your digital footprint can impact your ability to get a job is:
Employers may find negative information about you online.
It guarantees you will get the job you want.
It prevents employers from seeing your skills.
It ensures your privacy is always protected.
Describe the type of headlines used by clickbait content to tempt a person to click it: _________.
Sensationalized; attractive; alarming
Boring; factual; dull
Technical; complex; confusing
Formal; reserved; neutral
At this organized event, you can meet representatives from participating companies to learn more about the organization and potential job openings: _________.
Career fair; job fair
Trade show
Workshop
Networking dinner
Name one job young workers can have before they turn 14: _________.
Agriculture; actor; model; working for their parents; newspaper delivery
Construction worker
Bartender
Taxi driver
Casino dealer
Your wireless company sold you your phone below cost. How does it hope to make up this money? _________
Through usage fees; over time; by having you sign a long-term contract
By selling your phone to another customer
By offering you free upgrades every year
By giving you unlimited data for free
This error in computer software causes it to fail: _________.
Bug
Patch
Update
Driver
What term describes the underlying hardware or software for a computer system?
Platform; operating system
Application; program
Database; server
Network; protocol
AR stands for: _________.
Augmented Reality
Automatic Response
Advanced Robotics
Audio Recognition
FAQ stands for: _________.
Frequently Asked Questions
Final Answered Queries
Fast Access Queue
File and Query
Besides earning money, name two ways teens benefit by having a job: _________.
Become responsible; learn job skills; gain adult mentors; network; try various jobs; pursue career interests; spend time productively
Get more free time; avoid responsibilities; skip school; play video games at work
Earn less money; lose friends; forget skills; become lazy
Travel the world; retire early; avoid teamwork; sleep at work
The market for digital downloads is growing. Name two types of products you can purchase this way: _________.
Books; music; software; movies; video games; online courses; digital art; photos; documents; design templates
Fruits; vegetables; dairy; meat; grains; spices; beverages; snacks; condiments
Cars; bicycles; boats; airplanes; trains; buses; trucks; scooters; skateboards
Furniture; carpets; curtains; beds; sofas; tables; chairs; wardrobes; shelves
Because clipboard data is stored in RAM, what happens to it when you shut down your computer?
It is deleted
It is saved to the hard drive
It is transferred to the cloud
It is encrypted and stored
Why is it a good idea to disable cookies when browsing online?
No trace of browsing (or buying) habits
Websites load faster due to less data
It increases the speed of your internet connection
It prevents your computer from overheating
If you spend a short amount of time, such as a half a day, with a professional to observe their job, you are doing this: _________?
Job shadowing
Internship
Volunteering
Mentoring
What does it mean when a website returns an HTTP 404 error?
Page not found; the server could not find the page requested
Server is overloaded; try again later
The website is under maintenance
The connection is secure and encrypted
Short for 'malicious software,' this includes viruses and spyware that steal personal information, send spam, and commit fraud: _________.
Malware
Firewall
Cookie
Phishing
Time management is the ability to control and plan your time in order to accomplish these: _________.
Goals; your goals
Distractions; your distractions
Tasks; your tasks
Problems; your problems
How can you easily keep someone from accessing your phone, laptop, or other electronic device without installing or purchasing anything?
Password protect your devices; use passwords
Leave your device unattended in public places
Share your passwords with friends
Turn off your device and leave it unlocked
What is the number of bits in a byte? _________.
Eight
Four
Sixteen
Ten
What does RFID stand for? _________
Radio Frequency Identification
Remote Frequency Identification
Radio Field Identification
Rapid Frequency Information
What does WAN stand for? _________?
Wide Area Network
Wireless Access Node
Web Application Network
Wide Access Node
Name two common headings on a resume: _________.
Contact information; objective; education; job history; activities; skills; references
Favorite movies; vacation spots; hobbies; pets; favorite foods
Astrological sign; favorite color; lucky number; best friend; favorite song
Favorite sports teams; video games; comic books; TV shows; favorite snacks
Your cell phone was stolen. Name two entities you will contact: _________.
The police; service provider; bank (financial institution); credit card company; insurance companies
Your neighbor; local grocery store; post office
A restaurant; a movie theater; a taxi driver
A friend; a school teacher; a librarian
You want to download your favorite band’s new album without purchasing it. Why is this not a good idea?
It is illegal to download music if you did not purchase it; you could face criminal penalties
It is difficult to find music online
The album might not be available in your country
Downloading music can damage your computer
Why is it risky to use peer-to-peer file sharing?
Possible copyright infringement; malware; identity theft; privacy concerns; a network slow-down; loss of file control
It guarantees faster download speeds and unlimited storage.
It ensures all files are virus-free and legal.
It provides complete anonymity and security for all users.
Small text files that websites store on your computer are called: _________.
Cookies
Bookmarks
Cache files
History
A webmaster is in charge of:
Maintaining and managing a website
Designing company logos
Writing only backend code
Managing office supplies
A radio relay station that orbits the earth is known as a: _________
Satellite
Transistor
Antenna
Receiver
When members of a union refuse to work until an agreement is reached, they are said to be: _________.
Striking; on strike
Negotiating
Resigning
Promoted
Television programs designed as appropriate for all children have this rating: _________.
TV-Y
TV-MA
TV-14
TV-PG
To safeguard important items in your computer in case it crashes or there is some other kind of disaster, you should:
Back up your data regularly to an external drive or cloud storage.
Delete unnecessary files to free up space.
Install more RAM to improve performance.
Change your desktop wallpaper frequently.
AUP stands for: _________.
Acceptable Use Policy
Advanced User Protocol
Automated Update Program
Authorized User Procedure
CAD stands for: _________.
Computer-Aided Design
Central Access Device
Control and Display
Computerized Analysis Data
Two things that will play a major role in the success of Carlos's interview are:
Preparation and communication skills
Wearing bright colors and being late
Ignoring the interviewer and using slang
Bringing food and talking loudly
Two of the sectors that generally pay the least for entry-level positions are:
Retail and Hospitality
Technology and Finance
Healthcare and Education
Engineering and Law
The best approach to take with the hard drive of an old computer containing highly sensitive data is:
Physically destroy the hard drive to ensure data cannot be recovered.
Donate the computer without removing the hard drive.
Delete all files and empty the recycle bin.
Format the hard drive using the operating system.
Social media is credited with helping build community, but it also has negative impacts. Which of the following lists three negative impacts of social media?
Cyberbullying, privacy invasion, addiction
Improved communication, global awareness, collaboration
Faster news updates, increased job opportunities, better marketing
Enhanced learning, stronger friendships, better time management
To receive new episodes of your favorite podcast every week, you should do this:
Subscribe
Uninstall
Ignore
Delete
This type of software contains advertisements embedded in it:
Adware
Spyware
Freeware
Shareware
Under federal guidelines, how many hours during a school day are 14- and 15-year-olds allowed to work?
Three hours
Five hours
Six hours
Eight hours
The place on a computer where information comes in and goes out is called a:
Port
Monitor
Keyboard
Mouse
Name one disadvantage of employment-at-will:
Lack of job security; harm employee morale; higher turnover; employees can be terminated at will; difficult to attract and retain talent
Guaranteed lifetime employment for all employees
Mandatory annual bonuses for all employees
Employees cannot be terminated under any circumstances
What are phishers trying to steal?
Personal information
Musical instruments
Sports equipment
Cooking recipes
What does the acronym CD stand for?
Compact Disc
Central Device
Control Data
Current Drive
What does the acronym DPI stand for?
Dots Per Inch
Data Processing Interface
Digital Pixel Index
Display Performance Indicator
According to the FTC, name two pieces of information that should not be shared on social networking sites:
Full name; Social Security number; street address; phone number; bank or credit card numbers
Favorite color; pet's name
Favorite movie; favorite food
Hobbies; favorite sports team
Landlines typically offer superior call quality, but name two reasons you might choose to only have a cell phone:
Less cost; multifunctioning; accessibility; personalization; connectivity; compact size; usability away from home
Better sound quality; more reliable during power outages; no need for charging
Easier to remember phone numbers; supports rotary dialing; requires no SIM card
Provides a fixed location for emergency services; does not require a data plan
In the context of online advertising, 'you are the currency.' What does that mean?
Your attention, data, and engagement are what advertisers are buying and selling
You are paid directly for viewing ads online
Advertisers use physical money to buy online ads
Online ads are only shown to people who pay for them
When thinking about your future, you may run into something called a 'career cluster.' Describe what is meant by the term 'career cluster':
A group of related jobs; a group of related work; jobs that fall within a broad category
A single job that requires no training or education
A list of hobbies and interests unrelated to work
A random selection of jobs from different industries
Viruses, hardware malfunctions, and software corruption are all ways to damage what?
data
electricity
internet speed
printer ink
This device outputs three-dimensional models:
3D printer
Scanner
Monitor
Keyboard
This describes a group of computers that distribute a common workload:
Cluster
Mainframe
Workstation
Personal Computer
RTMP is a protocol designed to transmit which type of files?
Audio and video files
Text documents
Image files
Executable files
This language uses tags to structure website content:
HTML
Python
Java
C++
A set of rules that define how computers communicate with each other is called:
Protocol
Algorithm
Database
Compiler
HDMI is a type of which interface?
Video and audio interface
Power supply interface
Network interface
Storage interface
ESRB stands for:
Entertainment Software Rating Board
Electronic Software Review Board
Entertainment Software Review Bureau
Electronic Standards Rating Bureau
Two common pieces of computer hardware are:
Monitor and keyboard
Mouse and printer
Speaker and scanner
Router and modem
A couple of simple things you can check if your computer won’t start are:
Checking if the power cable is plugged in and the power button is switched on.
Replacing the motherboard immediately.
Installing a new operating system.
Upgrading the graphics card.
The first rule of netiquette is to “remember the human.” This means:
Treat others online with respect and kindness, as you would in person.
Always use formal language in every online interaction.
Ignore the feelings of others when communicating online.
Share personal information freely on the internet.
One benefit of using a password manager is:
It helps you remember complex passwords securely.
It makes your computer run faster.
It increases your internet speed.
It blocks all ads on websites.
The process by which some digital assets like cryptocurrency are entered into circulation is called what?
Mining
Hashing
Forking
Staking
Part-time jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses, is called:
Work study
Scholarship
Grant
Student loan
This refers to the act of committing a crime using a computer or the internet:
Cybercrime
E-commerce
Data entry
Online shopping
These reviews are written by individuals who have not actually purchased or used the product:
Fake reviews
Verified reviews
Expert reviews
Customer testimonials
What is a static IP address?
An IP address that does not change
An IP address that changes frequently
An IP address assigned to mobile devices only
An IP address used only for websites
The nationwide system that broadcasts emergency information during disasters is called the:
Emergency Alert System
National Weather Service
Public Safety Network
Disaster Response Hotline
CPU stands for:
Central Processing Unit
Central Peripheral Unit
Computer Processing Utility
Central Program Unit
COPPA stands for:
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
Children's Online Protection and Privacy Agreement
Child Online Policy and Protection Act
Children's Online Privacy Policy Agreement
List two ratings given to video games:
E (Everyone); M (Mature); E10+ (Ages 10 and Up); T (Teen); AO (Adults Only); RP (Rating Pending)
PG (Parental Guidance); G (General); NC-17 (No Children Under 17); X (Adults Only)
U (Universal); PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned); R (Restricted); S (Special)
TV-Y (All Children); TV-MA (Mature Audience); TV-G (General Audience); TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)
Name two places you can access podcasts:
Social media; podcast players; YouTube; media platforms; dedicated podcast apps; websites
Supermarkets; clothing stores; gyms; parks
Libraries; post offices; banks; hospitals
Gas stations; bus stops; playgrounds; zoos
When using search engines, why would you use + (plus), - (minus), or " " (quotes)?
To narrow your search; to narrow the search results
To increase the number of advertisements shown
To make your search slower
To change the language of the search results
Aside from being a distraction and decreasing productivity, why is it a bad idea to visit social networking sites at work?
Phishing scams; viruses; unwanted software infecting your network; blending your work and private life; company policy violation
It improves your multitasking skills and helps you network with colleagues.
It increases your chances of getting a promotion.
It is encouraged by most companies as a way to relax during work hours.
When speaking about online security, what disclosure statement informs users how their information will be collected and used?
Privacy policy
Terms of service
Cookie notice
User agreement
Your browser has slowed. To speed it up, the first thing to try is:
Clear the cache
Install more RAM
Replace the monitor
Change the keyboard
This type of resume lists your work history by date, starting with your most recent employer and job title:
Chronological
Functional
Combination
Targeted
In relation to computers, what is a Trojan horse?
A computer program that is hiding a computer virus
A type of computer hardware
A programming language
A type of computer network
