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100

High school has how many semesters?

2!

100

TRUE or FALSE: I have a big sports tournament coming up and a performance, and am unable to complete my homework. I can tell my teacher ahead of time and can be excused from the homework. 

FALSE! You may ask for an extension on projects or let your teacher know what's going on, however, your homework and assignments are YOUR responsibility. You must just manage your time and priorities! 

100

What is the average % taken off per late day on an assignment or project? 

Depends on the teacher, but usually around 10%

100

TRUE or FALSE: Most of the same classes can be found around one another in the same hallway/floor/space in high school. 

TRUE!

100

What did Ms. T was the scariest moment for her while teaching high school and WHY was it wrong? 

A school emergency evacuation. 

It is never okay to pull a prank like that! It causes so much distress and is inappropriate school behaviour. 

200

I didn't take drama as my art credit, I took visual arts instead, but I really want to experience drama. What can I do? 

Join the drama or theatre club at your school! They are amazing and so much fun! 

200

Where can you make friends? List two places that we have discussed. 

In your homeroom class (first class of the day) and at clubs/sports as you have shared interests! 

200

How many total credits are needed to graduate high school? What is a valedictorian? 

Answers may vary to an extent! 

200

Universities look at your top _____ courses in grade 12. 

6! 

200

TRUE or FALSE: Ms. T did IB (International Baccalaureate) in high school, all years of high school. 

This is true! 

300

For 300 points, list 3 ways that high school will be different from elementary (grade 8). 

Answers will be deemed worthy by Simar and Ms. T! Muhahaha 

300

What should you do if you see someone cheating in high school on a test? 

You should tell your teacher. Cheating is unacceptable. If you are afraid to "snitch", please tell them privately in an email. The teacher will 100% respect your confidentiality. Plus, this shows integrity on your part! 

300

What does G.P.A stand for?

Grade Point Average

300

Who is the best person to go to talk about planning out your courses AND how do you know which person is assigned to you? 

Your guidance counsellor! They are usually assigned by your last name. They are all fantastic, so don't worry, they're there to help you! :) 

300

Where did Ms. T go to high school? List the city :) 

Calgary! 

400

When are volunteer hours due and why are they required?

They are due in grade 12 in order to be able to graduate! 

400

What does it mean to remain humble? 

Answers may vary!

400

What are the three main science courses? Which ones must I take in order to go into medicine?

Chemistry, Biology and Physics. You must take all 3 if you want to go into the medical field! 

400

What two places are food not allowed in high school?

In Science class and in labs (lab classrooms and during labs as well)! 

400

What course did Simar take in summer school and how was she rewarded in grade 12? 

She took math and she will get a spare next year in grade 12! 

500

Name 6 places and "jobs" that you can do that can count towards your volunteer hours. 

Answers will be deemed worthy by teachers! 

500

List 5 social "no nos" in high school. 

Answers may vary! 

500

What is the word for a course that you need to take in order to be able to take the next one? 

A prerequisite! It comes from the words "pre" which means first/before and "requisite" which means to require/have to take/necessary. Translating to: Pre-required or pre-requirement! 
500

What can you do during lunch and a spare? 

Simar will decide your fate! 
500

How many slides were in Simar's presentation in total?

Ask Simar :)