Introduction to College Test Bank
Course Introduction
Introduction to College is a course designed to help first-year students successfully transition to the academic, social, and personal demands of college life. It provides an overview of campus resources, study skills, time management strategies, and goal setting techniques. The course also explores topics such as effective communication, self-care, diversity, and student responsibilities, equipping students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Through interactive discussions, collaborative activities, and self-assessment exercises, students will develop the confidence and competence necessary for academic success and personal growth throughout their college journey.
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P.O.W.E.R. Learning and Your Life Essentials of Student Success 2nd Edition by Robert S. Feldman
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Chapter 1: Power Learning: Becoming an Expert Student
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Q1) According to your textbook,POWER Learning is
A)a strategy for achieving higher test scores.
B)a way to make learning a lifelong habit.
C)a method to deal with fast-changing technology.
D)a system to increase your chances of success at any task.
Answer: D
Q2) Which of the following is NOT a reason for attending college?
A)understanding cultural differences
B)learning to adapt to new situations
C)leading a life of community service
D)bringing your education to an end
Answer: D
Q3) The best way to plan systematically is to use goal-setting strategies. A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q4) In your own words,briefly describe each of the five basic steps of the POWER Learning sequence.
Answer: Students should discuss aspects of Planning,Organizing,Working,Evaluating,and Rethinking.
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Chapter 2: Making the Most of Your Time
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Q1) To figure out the bestuse of your time,you need to determine your A)goals.
B)free time.
C)priorities.
D)prime time.
Answer: C
Q2) In your textbook,a record of how you spend your time,including interruptions,is called A)a time log.
B)a master calendar.
C)a weekly calendar.
D)a time sheet.
Answer: A
Q3) When identifying priorities,it is best to choose general goals rather than specific activities.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 3: Taking Notes
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Q1) A stimulating lecture on polymer science has just finished.You stay in the lecture hall for five to ten minutes and complete the last stage of the P.O.W.E.R.process,rethinking what you have just heard.How does the text suggest you best review and improve your notes so that you ensure that you have understood,and can remember,what you have just heard?
Answer: Review notes within the same day,actively edit and revise notes-adding or changing information as appropriate;try to integrate the material and think about how it fits into the larger scheme of the class;or create a concept map to better understand the material.
Q2) When taking notes,you should write in phrases,using only key words or terms. A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q3) Study notes provide a summary of the key points of your reading material. A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 4: Taking Tests
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Q1) You are taking an Honors course which you and your classmates find quite challenging.Four of you decide to form a study group in order to prepare for a midterm exam.Briefly describe how you would set up and use the study group to improve your chances in the upcoming test.What are some of the benefits of a study group?
Q2) A well-constructed test determines your fundamental abilities and potential.
A)True
B)False
Q3) _____________ questions typically ask for brief responses that require you to recall specific pieces of information.
A)Multiple-choice
B)Essay
C)True-false
D)Short-answer
Q4) The easiest questions on the test should be answered first.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Explain in your own words what the term "academic honesty" means and why it is important.
Q6) What are the possible consequences of academic dishonesty?
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Chapter 5: Reading and Remembering
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Q1) According to the textbook,"Evaluation is a crucial step in reading." How can you evaluate how well you have understood what you have read?
Q2) Pretending to explain your reading material to a fellow classmate helps you to A)recognize flaws in an argument.
B)identify weak spots in your understanding of the material.
C)prioritize the ideas in the material.
D)personalize the ideas and themes.
Q3) The more senses you can involve when learning new material,the better you'll be able to remember.
A)True
B)False
Q4) The first or last sentence of a paragraph will often present a key point. A)True B)False
Q5) Learning disabilities are linked to I.Q. A)True B)False
Q6) When highlighting and underlining reading material,more is usually better. A)True
B)False
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Chapter 6: Careers
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Q1) A résumé should include everything about you to give the potential employer a complete picture.
A)True
B)False
Q2) The interview is your chance to demonstrate several things.Some possibilities are listed below.Click all that apply.
A)show who you are.
B)demonstrate that you are better qualified than the persons currently holding similar positions.
C)demonstrate your enthusiasm for a position.
D)demonstrate all of your interests,including hobbies.
E)exhibit what you can bring to the position.
F)Answers a,c,& e are correct
Q3) After a job interview,you should
A)evaluate your interview performance.
B)prepare possible questions.
C)prepare your answers to the possible questions.
D)learn about the company or organization.
Q4) List the four strategies that are important to a job interview and briefly explain each one.
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Chapter 7: Technology and Information Competency
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Q1) A common drawback of distance learning programs can be
A)their lack of availability.
B)the fact that most colleges will not accept credits earned in this way.
C)the lack of face-to-face contact with instructors or other students.
D)that many courses are not offered in this format.
Q2) A __________ is a subscription service that automatically e-mails messages on topics of shared interest to people on its mailing list.
A)newsgroup
B)telnet
C)listserv
D)Web page
Q3) If you have an important point to make in an e-mail,it is a good idea to use all capital letters.
A)True
B)False
Q4) The Internet is
A)another name for the Web.
B)a vast network that connects millions of computers.
C)a collection of electronic newsgroups.
D)the primary server for e-mail messaging.
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Chapter 8: Making Decisions and Problem Solving
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Q1) Major decisions are seldom reversible.
A)True
B)False
Q2) _________ is a useful way to generate a list of flexible alternatives.
A)Clearly identifying your goals
B)Freewriting continuously for five to ten minutes
C)Considering the outcomes of various options
D)Brainstorming with other students and friends
Q3) Having fewer alternatives to choose from makes it easier to reach the right decision.
A)True
B)False
Q4) When alternatives seem equally positive or negative to you,it might be a good idea to take some time making your decision.
A)True
B)False
Q5) When weighing a decision,you should assume all outcomes have an equal probability of occurring.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Diversity and Relationships
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Q1) Being comfortable with people whose backgrounds may differ from yours is a social necessity,but it matters less for career success.
A)True
B)False
Q2) When relationships don't work out,their endings can be painful,even devastating,for a time.List several strategies for dealing with the pain of a changing or ended relationship.
Q3) What term refers to the learned behaviors,beliefs,and attitudes that characterize a society or population?
A)culture
B)environment
C)ethnicity
D)race
Q4) Prejudice leads to discrimination.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Tutoring at your local middle school helps develop cultural competence.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Juggling: Stress, Money, Family, and Work
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Q1) You are having a very stressful semester and often feel overwhelmed by your school and work responsibilities.Once you have made a list of your major stressors,what can you do to effectively cope with them?
Q2) Backing out of commitments when you're feeling pressured is a good way to cope with stress.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Think about the textbook's recommendations for reducing stress and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.Then,respond to the following:
a.Explain the basic rules you should follow in order to eat better and maintain your health.
b.Why does healthy eating matter when it comes to stress reduction?
Q4) A __________ is a formal plan that accounts and plans for income and expenditures.
A)grant
B)budget
C)loan
D)credit report
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