Deck 1: Taking the First Step

Question 1

What does thriving in college mean?

A) improving your grades on a continual basis
B) going beyond the minimum requirements to exceed goals
C) making friends that last a lifetime
D) developing relationships with potential mentors and employers

Answer 1

B

Question 2

College is a time to

A) take appropriate risks, learn new things, and meet important people.
B) make decisions and commit to a plan early on that will last a lifetime.
C) struggle financially and explore your options for a career path.
D) make the dean's list at any cost to emotional and physical health.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Which statement about attending college is true?

A) College students generally maintain very steady sleep schedules.
B) Most college students had to work harder in high school than they do in college.
C) For many students, college is like a job, with defined duties, expectations, and obligations.
D) Most college students spend no more than an hour a week studying for their classes.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following does a sense of purpose NOT provide?

A) motivation
B) meaning
C) diffidence
D) direction

Question 5

As Marjorie discovered more about her interests and strengths during her freshman year she realized she had chosen the wrong major. She was worried that she made a serious mistake, but her advisor explained that

A) while it's uncommon, some students do change their majors.
B) her family would understand.
C) education is never a mistake.
D) it is common for students to change their academic plans at least once during their college years.

Question 6

What is a central purpose of college for most students?

A) gaining the knowledge and experience that will lead to success
B) earning a degree and making a lot of money
C) meeting the right people to advance quickly in your chosen field
D) having a certain amount of good luck to do well and make connections

Question 7

If a student is good at science, interested in health care, and enjoys helping people what might be a good career path for them?

A) Geology
B) Education
C) Medicine
D) Business

Question 8

As you identify your strengths, it makes good sense to do what?

A) establish goals
B) set deadlines
C) identify priorities
D) develop a plan

Question 9

Students who prefer to "go with the flow" and let life happen are MOST likely to

A) have strong time-management skills.
B) achieve success in college or in a career.
C) waste their time.
D) establish short-term and long-term goals.

Question 10

Which is an example of a short-term goal?

A) to arrive at each of your classes five minutes early this week
B) to save enough money to buy a car next year
C) to learn a new language
D) to get a full-time job in your preferred career after you graduate

Question 11

Tahira's career goal is to become a data scientist after she graduates. Which SMART goal approach is MOST likely to help her achieve this goal?

A) Tahira should pursue a degree in computer science and take classes in gamification, data analytics, and programming. She should take a broad approach to gaining knowledge and accept a part-time job doing data entry to gain professional experience.
B) Tahira should pursue a degree in computer science with a focus on specific areas related to data science such as big data, analytics for business, and learning computer programs for analysis. In addition, she should systematically line up opportunities to gain experience such as participating in a summer internship program at a company that hires data scientists.
C) Tahira should pursue a degree in computer science and use her elective courses to pursue her other interests in software development. She wants to show potential employers she is flexible with a wide range of interests and skills. She should work in a computer store over the summer to learn more about computer hardware.
D) Tahira should pursue a degree in computer science and let her advisor choose her courses since she figures her advisor knows best. Tahira should work as a lifeguard over the summer. It's a convenient job she had during high school and shows that she is loyal, has a sense of responsibility, and enjoys a number of interests. Employers like well-rounded candidates.

Question 12

Which is an example of a long-term goal?

A) to go to bed early tonight
B) to get an A on your final exam in Biology
C) to complete a homework assignment
D) to earn a bachelor's degree

Question 13

In order to be a SMART goal, a goal must be

A) simple.
B) symbolic.
C) specific.
D) subtle.

Question 14

What does the M in SMART goal stand for?

A) meaningful
B) measurable
C) mutual
D) motivational

Question 15

A SMART goal must be attainable, which means that to achieve it, you must

A) have the necessary skills, strengths, and resources.
B) know how many steps it will take to attain the goal.
C) understand why the goal matters to you.
D) know exactly what you want to achieve, why, and when.

Question 16

To be considered a SMART goal, a goal must be

A) technical.
B) tactile.
C) trite.
D) timely.

Question 17

Lenny has always loved reading, but most of his reading since he started college has focused on his studies. He is starting to get concerned that if he doesn't make time to read for pleasure, he might lose interest in reading as a pastime. To help ensure that he does more reading for pleasure, Lenny has written down four versions of his goal. Which version of Lenny's goal is a SMART goal?

A) to devote a certain amount of time to reading books for pleasure, not for school
B) to set aside time to relax by reading more books for pleasure this term
C) to read The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo for pleasure by the end of the month
D) to read a book a month to relax during this term

Question 18

What is the purpose of a short-term goal?

A) to help you achieve a long-term goal
B) to explore a variety of interests and options
C) to quickly achieve smaller tasks
D) to focus on long-term commitments one step at a time

Question 19

When creating a program plan for your major, it may be most helpful to seek advice from your

A) parents.
B) friends.
C) academic adviser.
D) librarian.

Question 20

What do people often say is the most memorable part of college?

A) the homework
B) the exams
C) the professors
D) the people

Question 21

Who can provide support to you in navigating college? Choose the BEST answer.

A) parents and friends from high school attending other colleges
B) fellow students, instructors, administrators, advisers, and other staff members
C) the financial aid office and administrators
D) roommates, new friends, and fellow students sharing a similar experience as you

Question 22

In college, your instructors will expect you to

A) be independent.
B) ask no more than a few questions.
C) wait to be told what to do and how to do it.
D) take quizzes frequently.

Question 23

Which is both a statement of course requirements and a contract between you and the instructor?

A) the institution's mission statement
B) the institution's course catalog
C) the course syllabus
D) the course description

Question 24

Which type of information is NOT commonly found on a syllabus?

A) list of registration deadlines
B) grading rubric
C) class guidelines
D) course attendance policy

Question 25

Students should expect that their instructors will

A) all follow the same approach to teaching.
B) be organized, prepared, and knowledgeable.
C) answer questions and provide assistance only during classes.
D) grade exams and assignments without additional feedback.

Question 26

Office hours are scheduled times during which

A) an instructor is busy teaching a class.
B) students can reserve library study rooms.
C) students can file to add or drop courses.
D) an instructor is available to students.

Question 27

An instructor who teaches part-time is often called a(n)

A) counselor.
B) tutor.
C) adjunct.
D) academic adviser.

Question 28

In high school, Maria always strived to blend in with the crowd. Her instructors knew who she was, but she didn't have a significant relationship with any of them. Now that she is in college, her roommate suggested that she consider meeting with some of her instructors so they can get to know her. If Maria makes an effort to get to know her instructors, they would be MOST likely to

A) give her preferential treatment when grading exams.
B) write her a letter of recommendation for graduate school or a job.
C) allow her to skip classes if they feel she already knows the material.
D) permit her to look over exam questions before the day of the test.

Question 29

If you ever have a problem with an instructor, what should you do first?

A) speak to a person in a higher position in the department
B) ask yourself whether you should drop the class
C) speak to the provost or the president of the college
D) ask to meet with the instructor to discuss your problem

Question 30

College is about helping you become a better thinker and a leader in your community, workplace, and profession.

Question 31

College can help to clarify your purpose and achieve your goals.

Question 32

You cannot change your academic plans, like your major, after you have decided on them.

Question 33

As you discover more about yourself and your abilities, your reasons for coming to college may change.

Question 34

The best way to achieve your goals is to simply react to what college and life present to you.

Question 35

In order for a goal to be considered relevant, you must know how many steps it will take to obtain the goal.

Question 36

One advantage to an online class is not having to travel to campus.

Question 37

Part of the instructor's role is to tell students what, how, and when to study.

Question 38

Paying close attention to the syllabus will help you get a clear sense of the instructor's expectations.

Question 39

Most colleges require adjuncts to maintain office hours.

Question 40

Identify an opportunity that college can provide students.

Question 41

Do you feel that you made the right choice by deciding to attend college? Why or why not? Present at least three reasons to support your argument in your response.

Question 42

Discuss the role and significance of purpose in success and goal setting.

Question 43

List some of the questions you should ask yourself to help determine your purpose for being in college.

Question 44

Provide two reasons why students choose to attend college.

Question 45

Discuss how to begin establishing your goals.

Question 46

List and explain the SMART goal guidelines.

Question 47

Give an example of one of your goals and explain, in detail, why it is a SMART goal. Be sure to address each of the five components of a SMART goal in your response.

Question 48

Have you declared a major yet? If so, explain what it is and describe the reasons you chose it. If you haven't declared a major, explain why you haven't, and describe the steps you plan to take before selecting your major.

Question 49

What do college instructors typically expect of their students? How are you meeting your instructors' expectations? Provide at least two examples.