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100

What global event caused widespread travel restrictions in 2020?


COVID-19 

100

What does the acronym "STEM" stand for in the context of Skills USA competitions?

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

100

What is the term for the ability to effectively manage your time and prioritize tasks in a professional setting?

Time Management

100

What skill combines mathematical and scientific knowledge to create precision welds and metal structures?

welding and metal fabrication

100

What term describes the ability to bounce back from adversity and challenges?

Resilience

200

Who is the current President of the United States as of 2021?

Joe Biden

200

What is the Skills USA official motto?

"Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work"

200

What is the term for a written summary of a job applicant's work experience, skills, and qualifications?

Resume

200

This field involves coding and software development, often taught in computer science programs.

computer programming

200

What skill involves the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and reactions?

Emotional Intelligence

300

In 2022, this Asian city hosted the Winter Olympics.

Beijing

300

Skills USA holds an annual national leadership and skills competition. In which month does this event typically occur?

June

300

In a professional context, what is the term for the ability to adapt and respond positively to change and challenges?

Adaptability

300

Combining artistic and academic principles to create visual content is the focus of what skill?

graphic design

300

What is the term for setting specific, achievable goals to improve one's life or work?

Goal setting

400

What social media platform was in the news for its ban on former President Donald Trump?

Twitter

400

In Skills USA, what color blazer is traditionally worn by the organization's officers?

Red

400

What is the term for the ability to make informed decisions based on data, analysis, and critical thinking?

Decision Making

400

Applying academic knowledge in engineering to design practical solutions is the essence of what technical skill?

engineering design

400

What skill involves the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others?

Communication

500

What company developed a vaccine for COVID-19 that was authorized for emergency use in late 2020?

Pfizer-BioNTech

500

Which Skills USA competition category focuses on culinary arts and restaurant management skills?

Culinary Arts

500

Workplace skills often involve collaboration with colleagues. What is the skill of working effectively with others toward a common goal called?

Teamwork

500

Involving understanding of mechanics and electronics behind automobiles, this skill integrates academic coursework.

automotive technology

500

What is the term for the ability to solve problems by thinking creatively and critically?

Problem Solving

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