Getting the Job
Random Trivia
Classroom Econ.
Ms. Rieke
Paths After High School
100

What should be the first thing at the top of your resume? 

Your name and contact info

100

What common household ingredient is known scientifically as Sodium hydrogen carbonate (NaHCO3)?

Baking Soda  

100

On what day of the week do we do classroom economy?

Monday 

100

Where does Ms. Rieke go to school?

Illinois state University 

100

Does every career require a 4 year degree?

No

200

What document should you take with you to an interview? (typically submitted when applying also)

Resume 

200

Which historical figure said this famous quote, "but in this world nothing can be said to be certain except death & taxes"

Benjamin Franklin

200

What is the process of peer-reviewing your classmate's classroom economy packet called?

Auditing 

200

What is Ms. Rieke's Major?

Family and Consumer Sciences- Teacher Education 

200

Define Mission

The result you care about

300

What are three categories of people you might use as a reference?

Teachers 

Coaches 

Former Employers 

300

What color was named Color of the Year in 2003?

PANTONE 14-4811 Aqua Sky

300

How much money does a binder fine cost you?

$100

300

When is Ms. Rieke's birthday?

March 7th

300

What are at least 3 recommended paths after high school?

Trades/ Certification 

Military 

2 or 4 Year College 

Joining the Work Force

400

When dressing for an interview, the golden rule is to...

Dress one step above the normal work attire.

400

Giantess Anna Bates holds the record for birthing the heaviest baby in 1897. How much did this child weigh at birth (in pounds)?

22 LBS

400

What is the most expensive item on the Miscellaneous Wheel?

House Fire 

Hospital Trip 

400

Does Ms. Rieke have any siblings, if so, how many?

Yes - Three

400

You should only go to college if...

1.

2.

You know what career you'd like to do. 

The job you want requires you to have a college degree. 

500

What font should you use on your cover letter?

The same font as your resume

500

Lucy Derwent, born and raised in Rockford, IL, designed the original Illinois State Flag in what year?

1915

500

What are the 6 categories listed under Fixed Expenses, totaling $325  

Mortgage 

Water

Electricity

Taxes

Clothing/ Groceries 

Gas  

500

How many ear piercings does Ms. Rieke have?

Six

500

What percent of college student switch their major at least once?

80%

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