Money & Spending
If you compare prices before buying something, what are you trying to do?
Get the best deal.
You check tire pressure to find out what about your tire?
How much air is in it.
What is a paycheck?
The money you get for working
Why is too much screen time unhealthy?
It can affect sleep, eyes, and activity levels
What type of animal is a platypus - a mammal, reptile, amphibian, or a fish?
Mammal
What does it mean if something is on sale?
It costs less than regular price.
What is diesel?
A type of fuel/gas for heavy-duty engines
What percentage of people in the U.S. workforce are typically employed in service jobs (like healthcare, retail, or education)?A) About 10%
B) About 30%
C) About 70%
D) About 90%
C - About 70%
What is stress?
Feeling worried or under pressure.
You can find platypuses in the wild on this continent - North America, Antarctica, Africa, or Australia?
Australia
Why is it risky to spend all your money and save none?
You won't have money for emergencies or future needs
You break/brake to slow down the car.
brake
What is a resume?
a formal document to show a person’s skills, experience, and education
Why is it important to go to the doctor even when you feel healthy?
For prevention and checkups
What does a male platypus have on its back legs?
a) venomous spurs
b) claw for opening clams
C) extra flipper
a) veomous spurs
What is it called when you borrow money and have to pay it back later?
a loan
Why do cars need regular oil changes?
To keep the engine running smoothly.
What is an “entrepreneur”?
A) A person who works only for the government
B) A person who starts and runs their own business
C) A person who only works part-time
D) A person who trains animals for work
B) A person who starts and runs their own business
Name something that you can do that is good for your mental health.
Does a platypus have live babies or lay eggs?
Lay eggs
$4.
What is the difference between an automatic and manual transmission?
Shifting into different gears as the car goes faster.
Name 2 important qualities an employer (boss) would look for in a worker.
Answers vary - reliable, responsible, teamwork, work ethic, problem solving, time management, positive attitude, adaptability
How many hours of sleep do most middle school students need each night for healthy growth and learning? (get within 1 hour range)
8–10 hours
What is a baby platypus called?
a) pup
b) puggle
c) pipper
D) kit
a puggle