Definitions
The amount of money you receive or earn regularly
Income
Money awarded to students because of their need, academic achievement, or athletic achievement
Scholarship
Tax you pay to the government based on your income.
Income Tax
What Christmas song was originally a Thanksgiving Song?
Jingle Bells
Items people buy
Goods
Total Pay
Gross Pay
Money borrowed from government or lender that must be repaid
Loan
Federal government program that provides benefits for people of all ages. Typically for those who are retired or disabled.
Social Security
What profession is the busiest the day after Thanksgiving?
Hint: It's referred to as Brown Friday
Plumbers.
Being able or willing to change in order to suit different conditions
Adaptability
Amount actually taken home
Net Pay
Allows students to earn their education by working.
Work-study program
Health care program provided by the federal government primarily for retired people.
Medicare
When was the first NFL Thanksgiving Football game? (year)
1920
Fort that verifies you are legally qualified to work in the United States
I-9
Give me an example of a fixed expense.
Car payment, mortgage, bills, etc...
Money for education provided by the government, schools, or private donors. Do not need to be repaid
Grant
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What Thanksgiving vegetable was grown in space?
Potato
Someone who helps opposing people compromise or reach an agreement.
Mediator
Give me an example of a flexible expense.
Entertainment, clothing, medical, etc...
What do you fill out to apply for financial aid before college?
FAFSA (Free Application for Financial Student Aid)
Money withheld for Social Security and Medicare taxes are labeled as....
FICA
What state had a town that canceled Thanksgiving because they couldn't make pumpkin pie?
Conneticut
A special branch of the US Department of Labor is in charge of safety standards
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)