Expectations
Independent Living Skills
Workplace Scenarios
Resumes/Interviews
Random Trivia: Animals
100
What does it mean to be courteous?
To be courteous is to be polite and kind to those around you.
100
You should crack your egg on a ______ surface to avoid a mess.
A. Flat
B. Rough
C. Curved
D. Smooth
You should crack your egg on a flat surface to avoid a mess.
BONUS: Using the plastic egg show staff how to crack an egg. Remember where to put your thumbs!
100
Mimi and Mandy are coworkers at The Home Depot Corporate Office. Mimi is Mandy's boss, and she yells at Mandy when she gets frustrated. Since Mimi is Mandy's boss, Mandy feels worried about standing up to her.
What are some ways that Mandy can handle this situation?
Answers may vary
ex: Mimi could speak to Mandy directly about how she feels, and
Bonus: If speaking to Mandy directly doesn't work, who should Mimi speak to?
100
What’s one way we can prepare for a interview?
Answers May Vary
write down or practice common interview questions, research the company, memorize your resume, research your route, pick out your outfit, etc.
100
What animal is this?
A. African Horse Rat
B. Dorkish Rodent
C. Capybara
D. Kinkajou
C. Capybara
200
List 2 of the expectations that have the word respect in them.
Answers May Vary
(ex. Respect everyone's space, Respect everyone's body, Respect everyone's belongings, Respect everyone's opinions and choices, Respect computer privileges)
200
How should we separate out clothes when doing laundry?
Hint: 4 sections
Colors, Whites, Darks, and Delicates!
bonus: Why do we separate our clothes?
200
Jimmy works at Lowes. Jimmy is tired in the morning and feels like he is rushing before work. When Jimmy gets to work in the morning he is grumpy. Every night Jimmy's friend, Terry, calls him at 10pm and talks to him for 2 hours. Jimmy wants to go to bed earlier but he does not want to be mean to his friend.
What can Jimmy do to fix this situation?
Answers May Vary
ex: Jimmy should try to talk to Terry. He should ask Terry if he'd be willing to call at an earlier time or on the weekends. If Terry is a good friend, he'll understand.
200
Which one of these would leave a good first impression at an interview?
A. Being late
B. Texting during the interview
C. Dressing professionally
D. Talking very loud
C. Dressing professionally
*Bonus Question: What is another way to make a good first impression during an interview?*
200
True or False: Male birds tend to be brighter and more colorful that their female counterparts.
Male birds have evolved vibrant hues and intricate patterns as a means to advertise their genetic fitness and health.
300
What does it mean to respect someone's body?
It means to not touch anyone without their permission. It also means to not touch anyone in inappropriate places.
bonus: If you feel you're in the red zone (feeling angry or very upset) what should you do?
300
Where does the return address go on your envelope?
A. Top right
B. Bottom left
C. Bottom right
D. None of the above
D. None of the above!
Bonus: Where does it go?
300
Tammy is working at Cold Stone with her coworker Yuri. Tammy is making ice cream, and she does not have her hair tied back. At Cold Stone you must have your hair tied back or in a hair net if you are making ice cream. Yuri notices that Tammy needs to pull her hair back.
How should Yuri tell Tammy that she needs to pull her hair back?
Answers May Vary
ex: Yuri should politely remind Tammy that she has to put her hair up or use a hair net. Yuri could even go the extra mile and offer to take over her station at Cold Stone while Tammy gets situated.
300
True or False: A job interview is where two or more people meet to discuss vacation.
False
Bonus: Name at least one topic that might be discussed or talked about during an interview?*
300
Which of these animals is a llama?
The one on the right is a llama, you can tell by their longer face and banana shaped ears.
400
How can we limit distractions in the program?
Answers may vary, but it can include putting your device's in your locker or keeping them in your pockets. You could also put the brown slip on your computer.
400
Give examples of good hygiene practices
Answers may vary
ex: showering, brushing your teeth, or washing your hair
400
Laura is frustrated. Laura works at Home Goods. Laura is stressed because she feels like she doesn’t have enough time to see her friends on the weekend. Laura works 35 hours a week and volunteers at the SPCA so she is very busy.
How can Laura manage her stress?
Answers May vary
ex: Laura should first use a stress management technique to calm down. Then she could talk to her manager about lessening her hours. Or she could try to change her SPCA schedule.
400
All of these may be reasons why you are not hired after an interview except…
A. Impolite
B. Asking questions
C. Being late
D. Poor appearance, not being clean
B. Asking questions
400
A group of parrots is called what?
A. a conundrum
B. a fumble
C. a pandemonium
D. a catch
A PANDEMONIUM!
500
What's the last step of the group expectations?
TREAT THE PROGRAM AS IF YOUR AT WORK!!!
500
Name 3 things you should do before you start cooking.
Answers May Vary
ex: change into appropriate cooking attire (no long sleeves or flip flops), wash your hands, and ensure your cooking space is clean
500
Pam works at Starbucks. Pam is working the midday shift and there are no customers to serve. Pam has finished all her tasks and is just standing around.
What is a good workplace habit that Pam can use here?
Answers may vary
ex: Pam could ask her manager if there anything she could do, such as work trainings or some inventory work. This shows that she has a good work ethic.
She could also get some things prepared for whoever fills her positions when her shift is over. This way, when it's time for her to leave, she leaves the next employee prepared.
500
Question
This term means that you will find enjoyment in completing your work tasks.
A. Job Satisfaction
B. Career Success
C. Personal Identity
A. Job Satisfaction
500
Which of these snakes is an African Bush Viper?
This one!