English III
Who is the main character in "The Crucible"?
Abigail Williams
Why is budgeting important?
Budgeting helps control spending
What does "GPA" stand for?
Grade Point Average
How many roots does a quintic trinomial have?
5 roots
Which satirical strategy presents the opposite of what people expect or are used to experiencing?
Reversal
What is the main responsibility of the U.S. Congress?
To make laws for the nation
What is an educated guess called?
A hypothesis
Pathos is designed to appeal to the reader's ...
Emotions or feelings
What is the significance of an emergency fund?
An emergency fund provides a financial safety net
How many credit hours are required for most WPCC associate degrees?
Around 60 credit hours
What is the exterior angle sum of an icosagon (20-sided polygon)?
360 degrees
Which rhetorical strategy uses the credibility of the speaker or writer to persuade the reader?
Ethos
How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution currently have?
27
Which of the following is NOT a basic subatomic particle: Proton, Neutron, Negatron, or Electron
Negatron
Which propaganda strategy utilizes the words of a famous, recognizable, or respected person?
Testimonial
How does compound interest affect savings?
Compound interest allows savings to grow faster over time
What is a four-year degree called?
Bachelor's degree or Baccalaureate degree
How many ways can the letters in the word “FOUR” be arranged?
24 ways
Which propaganda technique presents multiple reasons or pieces of information while omitting negative information to persuade the reader?
Card stacking
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. military?
The President
What type of elements are found on the left side of the periodic table?
Metals
Which character archetype is typically a sensuous beauty who often distracts or tempts the Hero from fulfilling his quest?
the Temptress
Why is it important to understand credit scores?
Credit scores impact loan approval, interest rates, and job opportunities.
What financial aid form is required of most college students?
FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid
In a normal distribution, what percent of the data will lie within 1 standard deviation of the mean?
Which character archetype is typically older and wiser, who serves as a teacher or counselor to other characters?
The Mentor, Wise One, or Sage
How many U.S. Senators serve in Congress?
100
What is the chemical name of N2O3?
Dinitrogen trioxide
What does "spring" typically symbolize in literature?
rebirth, new life, youth, childhood, a fresh start
What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card?
Debit cards directly access funds from your bank account, while credit cards allow you to borrow money up to a limit, which needs to be paid back.
What is the difference between an AS and an AAS degree?
AS = Associate of Science (transferrable)
AAS = Associate of Applied Science (non-transferrable)
If log(8)=.9, what is the value of log(80)?
1.9
Joseph Campbell identified 12 elements or steps that are often found in literature, stories, and movies from all ages and places. What are these steps collectively called?
The Hero's Journey
What are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
What happens when a substance oxidizes?
It loses electrons
What type of conflict occurs in "The Great Gatsby" between Jay Gatsby and Tom Buchanan?
Man vs. Man conflict
How can you differentiate between needs and wants in spending?
Needs are essential for survival, while wants are non-essential items.
What is SAP and what happens if a student falls below 67%?
A student can be put on academic probation or lose funding if his/her pass rate falls below 67%.
On a 12-sided die, what is the probability of rolling a prime number?
5/12
What does the STEAL method of indirect characterization stand for?
Speech
Thoughts
Effect on Others
Actions
Looks
How long is a term for a U.S. Senator?
6 years
What is known as “the universal solvent”?
Water
Which point of view uses the pronouns "I", "me" and "my"?
First-person point of view
What are the potential risks of payday loans?
Payday loans have very high interest rates, trapping people in a cycle of debt.
What is the name of a 2-year degree that typically follows a Bachelor's degree?
Master's Degree
A dozen stools (3-legged and 4-legged) have 44 legs. How many are 3-legged stools?
4 are 3-legged stools
Where does Bilbo Baggins live?
Hobbiton, the Shire, the Hill, or Bag End
What is the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in the federal government?
To interpret laws
What is the initial energy required to start a chemical reaction called?
Activation Energy
"I did not look for it at that time, and in that manner; it came as a thief: Death outwitted me."
("Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" by Jonathan Edwards)
What figurative language strategy is used in this example?
Personification
How does investing contribute to wealth-building?
Investing allows your money to grow over time, providing higher returns than traditional savings accounts.
What is the agreement between NC Universities and community colleges regarding transfer courses?
Articulation agreement or UGETC
The average M&M has a mass of .9 grams. How many M&M’s are in 81 grams?
90 M&Ms
What inspired Victor Frankenstein to pursue a method of reanimation and thus, the creation of the creature?
He saw lightning utterly destroy a tree.
What is the significance of the 26th Amendment?
It lowered the voting age from 21 to 18.
According to Brønsted-Lowry, what type of substance donates a hydrogen ion (H+)?
Acids
Which satirical strategy puts things together that wouldn't normally go together, like ketchup and ice cream?
Incongruity
What role does insurance play in personal finance?
Insurance protects against financial losses due to unexpected events
Where students can get help getting FREE money to go to college?
Financial Aid, scholarships, or grants
What are the odds of rolling a sum of 7 on two 6-sided dice?
6 to 30
What type of conflict was demonstrated between Beowulf and Grendel?
Man vs. Supernatural
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?
It outlines the goals and purposes of the government.
What is the most massive form of nuclear radiation called?
An alpha particle