Life Skills
If you buy 2 cheeseburgers at Wendy's, and each of them costs $3.69, how much did you spend?
You can use a calculator.
$7.38
What is a job interview?
When you meet with an employer so they can talk to you and see if you would be a good fit for the job opening and vice versa.
Name a local college or university?
Mcgill University,Concordia University,Dawson College ,Vanier College
What are some things a waiter/waitress might do?
Take orders, make change, carry food, etc.
What does "saving money" mean, and why is it important?
To buy things you need or want, to have extra support in case of emergencies, etc.
What is the 4 digit code you have to use a debit card called?
PIN
Give me an example of what you would wear to a job interview.
(answers vary)
Neat hair. Clean, not stained or ripped, pants (or a skirt), shirt, and clean shoes.
Name 5 healthy foods I can find in the grocery store.
Veggies, fruits, Eggs, Nuts & seeds, Lean protein etc.
Tell me 3 skills you may need to become a construction worker.
Strong, Independent, Know tools, Safety etc.
Give an example of how you can make sure you pay bills on time.
Save, auto -pay, pay the day of, pay ahead etc.
What are ways you can figure out how long it will take and how to get somewhere?
Ask for directions, GPS or google the address ahead of time
If they ask you "What is a strength of yours?" in a job interview, what would you say?
What is the legal age to vote, and how do you register?
Online- Visit the Secretary of State - voter registration and complete it online.
In-person- visit the local Board of Elections and complete a vote registration form
What are 3 different jobs people may have at the grocery store?
Stocker, bagger, cashier, manager, etc.
Name 3 types of bills you may need to pay when you have your own place.
Water, gas, electric, cable/internet, rent, garbage, phone, car etc.
A stranger in the store offers to give you a ride home. What should you say?
Say No - it is unsafe.
What is the form that you should bring to interviews that shows all your job experience, education etc.?
Resume
How can you get a copy of your social security card?
What types of jobs work with money?
Bank, cashier, etc.
Name 4 inside chores you would need to do to maintain where you live.
Take out the trash, wash dishes, wash laundry, cook meals, clean the bathroom, recycle, make the bed, feed the dog etc
Somebody you met a week ago sees you, and goes to give you a hug. You don't like hugs. Do you have to give them one?
Nope! Your body, you can have boundaries
What are 3 qualities that make YOU a good employee to hire?
I am kind. I am dedicated. I am Empathic. I am Flexible. I am Organized. I work well under pressure.
Where do you go to get a driver's license?
SAAQ
Name 4 occupations where you would need to wear a uniform.
police officer, fireman, waitress, fast food worker, military, etc.
You have a headache, and you know medicine helps you feel better. You find medicine, but you aren't sure what type it is. Should you take it?
No.