Our Community
What is the difference between a community center and a public library?
A community center offers programs and activities for people to connect; a public library focuses on books, information, learning, and often community programs.
What is 18% of 200?
36
How many boroughs make up New York City, and name them.
Five: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
How many players from one basketball team are on the court at a time?
5
What does accountability mean?
Taking responsibility for your actions and commitments.
Name two ways young people can make a positive difference in their neighborhood.
Examples: volunteer, organize a clean up in the neighborhood , help neighbors, or lead a community project.
Solve: 3(4 + 5) − 7.
Which borough is Manhattanville located in?
Manhattan
What is the term for colors opposite each other on the color wheel, such as blue and orange?
Complementary colors.
What is the difference between a short-term goal and a long-term goal?
A short-term goal can usually be reached soon; a long-term goal takes more time and planning.
What is the term for treating people fairly while recognizing that they may need different kinds of support?
Equity (full amount)
Equality (half)
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
A metaphor directly compares two things; a simile compares them using words such as 'like' or 'as.'
What cultural movement of the 1920s celebrated Black art, literature, and music in Harlem?
The Harlem Renaissance.
What do you call the speed of a piece of music?
Tempo
Two students disagree during a group project. What is one effective way to resolve the conflict?
Listen to both sides, communicate respectfully, and work toward a fair solution.
A park in your neighborhood has litter and broken equipment. Name two steps residents could take to address the problem.
Organize a cleanup, report damaged equipment to the appropriate city agency, or contact local representatives, make signs and peacefully protest.
A jacket costs $80 and is 25% off. What is the sale price before tax?
$60
Which train is the closest to Manhattanville community center?
1 train
If a basketball team scores four two-point baskets and three three-point baskets, how many points does it score?
17 points
A friend asks you to share an embarrassing photo of another student. What should you consider before responding?
Privacy, consent, possible harm, and whether sharing the photo is respectful.
Your community center has funding for only one new program. How could you find out which program young people need most?
Survey students, hold a discussion, gather community feedback, and compare the results.
A student earns 84, 92, 76, and 88 on four tests. What is the average score?
85
Why did Harlem become an important center of Black culture during the early 20th century?
The Great Migration brought many Black Americans to northern cities, including New York, and Harlem became a major center for Black arts, writing, music, and political thought.
What is the difference between a logo and a brand?
A logo is a symbol or design; a brand is the broader identity and reputation of a person or business.
Your group has a deadline, but one person is doing all the work. How would you reorganize the group to make it fair and finish on time?
Divide the work by strengths and availability, assign clear responsibilities, set checkpoints, and follow up respectfully.