General
What is the recommended amount of sleep (in hours) for teenagers?
8-10 hours
At what age can you legally get a learner driver’s license in most states?
16
What do you call money you earn from work?
Income
What cleaning product is used to wash dishes by hand?
Detergent
What is the boiling point of water in Celsius?
100 Degrees Celsius
What temperature of water should be used for most clothes washing?
Cold
What nutrient is mainly found in meat and beans?
Protein
What is the legal drinking age in Australia?
18
What do you call money you save and don’t spend?
Savings
What device is used to suck up dirt from carpet?
Vacuum
What is the term for heating a pan before adding food?
Preheat
What temperature of water prevents shrinkage, fading and dye transfer while also improving the longevity of clothing
Cold
What food group includes bread and rice?
Carbohydrates
What document do you need to show when voting?
ID
What do you call money you owe to someone else?
Debt
What should you always wear when using strong chemicals?
Gloves
What tool is used to flip pancakes?
Spatula
What temperature of water should you use when cleaning the clothes of someone who is ill or has really dirtied their clothes?
Hot
What kind of communication uses body language?
non-verbal
What is the minimum age to buy tobacco in Australia?
18
What do you call a plan for managing money?
Budget
What item is used to scrub stubborn dirt off pots and pans?
Scourer
What fruit is commonly used to make guacamole?
Avocado
What temperature causes more wear and tear on fabrics?
Hot Water
What is the skill of giving and receiving feedback?
Communication
What is the name of Australia’s national police force?
Australian Federal Police (AFP)
What is a common name for money you borrow from a bank?
Loan
What room in the house should be cleaned most frequently?
Bathroom
What is the term for cooking with dry heat in the oven?
Baking
What do you call the product used to clean clothes in the washing machine?
Detergent
What do you call the ability to understand others’ feelings?
Empathy
What is the name of Australia’s highest court?
High Court
What’s the term for the cost of borrowing money?
Interest
What should be used to clean electronics like a keyboard?
Air
What is the term for cutting into small, square pieces?
Dice
What should you separate clothes by before washing
Colour
What household item can be used to unclog drains?
Plunger
What government agency/office manages taxes?
Australian Tax Office
What is the name of the tax on most goods in Australia?
What causes mold to grow in bathrooms?
Moisture
What cooking method uses oil and a wok?
Stir Fry
What cycle uses the most water and energy?
a) Rinse & Spin
b) Delicates
c) Heavy
What legal document outlines terms of employment?
Contract
What is the maximum blood alcohol limit for learner drivers?
Zero
What kind of loan is used to buy a house?
Mortgage
What part of the house collects the most bacteria?
Kitchen
What should you never use to put out an oil/grease fire?
Water
What natural fibre is common in t-shirts?
Cotton
What is the legal limit for blood alcohol content while driving on a full license?
0.05
What is a legal agreement between two parties called? (hint: you often sign them)
Contract
What is the opposite of a deposit?
Withdrawal
What should always be cleaned after preparing raw meat?
Chopping board
What do you call the thinly sliced outer part of a lemon or orange?
Zest
What type of clothes should we put into the washing machine in a mesh bag?
Delicates/Underwear
What does CPR stand for in first aid? (TRIPLE POINTS)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
What is the highest penalty for serious crimes?
Prison
What kind of card draws money directly from your account?
a) Credit
b) Debit
b) Debit
What tool is often used to clean ceiling fans?
Duster
What vitamin is most present in carrots?
a) b
b) a
c) d
d) c
Vitamin A (so answer b)
What type of fabric is most sensitive to heat?
a) Silk
b) Cotton
c) Polyester
d) Synthetics
a) Silk