College
Traveling
Buying & Renting
Finances
Career Development
100

What is the best way to know if a college is right for you?

Visit and ask lots of questions

100

What tool can be most helpful when navigating a new public transportation system

map or phone app

100

Describe the difference between buying and leasing.

When you buy something, you are or will be the eventual owner.  When you lease, you are only borrowing something for a set amount of time.

100

Define "credit".

Your ability to take on and pay back debt

100

What's the difference between a resume and cover letter?  How long should each be?

A resume includes action words with bullet points of all your experience.  A cover letter uses full sentences to express interest in a specific job.  Both should be maximum 1 page. 

200

What is the cheapest way to pay for college?

Grants and/or Scholarships

200

Which form of ID do you need to travel outside of the USA?

Passport

200

What is the typical loan payment called for a house?

A mortgage 

200

List one way you can build credit.

Open a low limit credit card, co-sign with an adult on a loan such as a car, be an authorized user on an adult's credit card, pay your bills on time

200

Explain what rights you have in the workplace as a worker with mental health issues.

The ADA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for documented disabilities.

300

Name 2 things you need to include in a college application

Possible answers: grades, extracurricular activities, volunteer/job work, an essay, letters of recommendation, standardized test scores

300

Starting in October 2021, what form of ID will you need to travel within the USA or to enter federal buildings?

A REAL ID

300

What percentage of your income should you allow for rent?

25%

300

Daily Double !!

List 3 things affected by your credit score.

Daily Double!!

Possible answers: ability to borrow money, enlisting in the military, getting a job, loans for cars & houses, renting apartments, car insurance

300

What should you include in a resume?

Education (including awards you won), job/volunteer experiences, specialized skills/certifications

400
List all the ways you can pay for college (at least 3)

grants/scholarships, loans, cash

400

List 3 safety tips when traveling.

Possible answers: familiarize yourself with local laws/customs, never travel alone, avoid having lots of cash, bring back up documents of ID, be aware of theft, do not leave drinks attended, be wary of strangers, do not leave your belongings unattended, 

400

How old do you have to be to rent/buy a car, house, or apartment.

At least 18, but sometimes 21 or 25

400

Explain the difference between a checking and savings account.

A savings account accrues interest and has more limitations.  A checking account allows for more frequent withdrawals/deposits and does not typically build interest.

400

What are 3 things you should do for every job interview.

Possible answers: Prepare your responses, prepare your own questions, know where you're going and arrive on time, dress up, project confidence and shake hands with the interviewers, bring copies of your resume
500

What is the name of the application you MUST complete in order to receive financial aid for college

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

500

If you are traveling and you are arrested or lose your passport, where do you need to go?

The nearest US Embassy or Consulate

500

List 3 documents a landlord might ask you for when renting an apartment.

Possible answers: pay stubs, W2 form, bank statement, voided check, credit check, application with references

500

When budgeting, list 4 examples of monthly bills you may to have pay.

Rent/Mortgage, utility bills (such as gas, electric, water, garbage, internet, sewage), car payment, car insurance, grocery, phone bill, student loan payments, credit card
500

Name one website helpful for career development

ONET and Career One Stop