GU Boston Boot Camp Jeopardy!

College

100

What does AP classes stand for?

Advanced Placement

200

What is the Common Application?

It is the platform where you apply to college also where the common app essay is written, which serves as your personal statement on college applications.

300

Boston University is a...

Private College

400

How do Scholarships and Grants differ?

Grants are need-based; scholarships are merit-based

500

What is a undergraduate degree vs. graduate degree?

Associates, Bachelors Vs Master’s, Doctorate (PhD)

Career

100

When asking for a raise you should...

Prepare evidence of your contributions to the company

200

What is a profession?

an occupation that requires a college education or professional school to learn the specifics of a job.

300

If you want to build work experience after high school, you could...

Find an apprenticeship

400

What are some examples of trades?

Cosmetology, Electrician, Real Estate Agent

500

What is the purpose of using Linkedin? 

To build a professional network and find jobs.

Financial Literacy

100

_______ are a type of financial aid that you have to pay back, possibly with interest.

Loans

200

What is minimum wage in Massachusetts? 

$15

300

What is a Credit card? 

Credit cards are plastic or metal cards used to pay for items or services using credit

400

Ways to save in college

Create a monthly budget 

using your student discount

buying textbooks off campus

500

What is the difference between sticker price and Net price?

Sticker Price is the published cost of going to a school

Net price is the sticker price minus scholarships & grants

Soft Skills

100

Define the benefits of building or networking?

access to job opportunities, professional connections, career advice, new ideas, and valuable information.

200

What is the difference between Soft skills and Hard skills?

Hard skills are easily measurable; soft skills are "people skills"

300

True or False: Speaking multiple languages is a form of a soft skills. 

False

400

Name two different type of soft skills that are needed for a group project?

Time management. Problem-solving. Listening. Critical thinking. Collaboration. Leadership. Communication

500

Give a scenario where you had to use a soft skill

up to judges

Miscellaneous

100

What Major did all 3 advisors study?

Psychology

200

How many years has Ms.Maria been at the Umana?

5 years

300

At EBHS what does 40.40.60 stand for?

• 40 tardies

• 40 absences

• A combination of 60 tardies & absences

400

What does GEAR UP stand for? 

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs? 

500

What are Richarldine's degrees, and where did she receive them?

Associates - Social Sciences (MA)

Bachelors - Psychology (NY)

Master's - Educational Leadership (MA)