QUIZ FOR EACH CHAPTER

QUIZ FOR EACH CHAPTER

Chapter 1 Quiz

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1. Education promotes success by

a. helping you learn how to think. b. guaranteeing a better job.

c. raising your grade point average. d. giving you a higher salary.

2. What are the three educational degrees you can have to become an RN?

a. an associate’s degree in nursing, a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a certificate of nursing

b. a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a diploma in nurse assisting, an associate’s degree in nursing

c. only a bachelor’s degree and an associate’s degree

d. a bachelor’s degree in nursing, an associate’s degree in nursing, a diploma in nursing

e. none of the above

3. How is diversity helpful in nursing?

a. It matches the diversity of the U.S. population. b. It provides culturally competent care.

c. It provides patients with someone to see who they think might understand them. d. all of the above

4. The majority of RNs work in what setting? a. hospital

b. home health

c. nursing homes or extended care facilities d. public health service

e. none of the above

5. Populations nurses might work with include a. elders.

b. heart disease. c. both a and d. d. children. .

6. One of a nurse’s main jobs is to

a. assist the doctor with his or her orders and patient care. b. collaborate with the health care team to care for patients. c. give medications as ordered.

d. clean patients for care, follow doctors’ orders, give shots and other medication. 7. The average annual salary of an RN across all work settings was ____ in 2004.

a. $45, 950 b. $57, 784 c. $60, 970 d. $37, 790

8. There are the most students enrolled in, and RNs with degrees from, a. associate’s degree programs.

b. bachelor’s degree programs. c. diploma nursing programs. d. none of the above

9. In 2005, what percent of nurses were men?

a. 22%

b. 12%

c. 2%

d. 15%

10. The fastest growing ethnic group in the U.S. with the fewest RNs is a. African American.

b. Asian American. c. Hispanic.

d. Native American.

11. The first college to grant African American nurses a bachelor’s degree was a. Florida A & M in Tallahassee.

b. Howard University.

c. Harlem Hospital School of Nursing. d. Tuskegee Institute.

12. Which of these is NOT a part of successful intelligence? a. objective thinking

b. analytical thinking c. creative thinking d. practical thinking

13. A successfully intelligent person learns from failures by a. looking for someone to blame.

b. focusing on past mistakes. c. covering up disappointment.

d. analyzing what went wrong and making a new plan.

14. Students often interact with instructors and peers who have a variety of personal experiences and backgrounds. These differences are called

a. knowledge. b. socialization. c. diversity. d. acclimation.

15. Which is characteristic of a lifelong learner?

a. keeping an open mind during new experiences and learning from diversity b. continually increasing your knowledge

c. taking risks to reach goals d. only a and b

e. all of the above

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. People, organizations, or services that supply help and support for different aspects of college life are __________.

2. Teams gain strength from the __________ of their members.

3. Giving in to ___________ can prevent you from succeeding in college and in life. 4. __________ is the energy that fuels a person's drive to achieve.

5. __________ __________ stall motivation and prevent you from reaching important goals.

6. __________ is a strong and deeply felt belief that as a person, you have value in the world.

7. Standardized tests require ___________ intelligence, which is an example of textbook repetition rather than goal-directed thinking.

8. The quality of being reliable, trustworthy, and accountable is called __________. 9. Successful intelligence is broken into three abilities: _____________ thinking,

_____________ thinking, and _______________ thinking.

10. _____________ thinking means taking unique approaches to problems and seeing the world from a different perspective.

Essay Questions

 Education is a lifelong process, continually promoting your success. Give at least three reasons education is important to success, and explain why.

 In what ways is cultural competency valuable to a nurse working with patients?

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Chapter 2 Quiz

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1. The worst nursing shortages are seen in the following areas of a hospital: a. emergency departments and pediatrics.

b. surgical units and medical units. c. critical care units and surgical units.

d. critical care units and medical-surgical units. 2. The problem with the nursing shortage is

a. not enough interest in nursing by students and not enough men in nursing. b. supply and demand.

c. not enough minorities in nursing schools.

d. mainly a problem of a growing elder population. 3. A major concern with the shortage is that

a. there are not enough people to teach and not enough qualified students applying. b. there are too many qualified students applying but not enough space for them. c. there are many qualified applicants but not enough faculty to teach.

d. there is not enough interest in going to nursing school by women and men. 4. Which of the following explains the increased demand for nurses?

a. a growing number of elders, a growing number of public health diseases, a growing increase of those on Medicaid

b. a growing overall population, a growing number of immigrants, a growing number of sick patients

c. an increase in the number of elders, patients in the hospital are sicker, an increase in technology and complexity of health care

d. an increase in technology, a growing population, greater numbers of diseases 5. A major solution to the nursing shortage is to

a. pay nurses higher salaries.

b. improve work conditions and job satisfaction. c. increase the number of men in nursing.

d. increase the amount of money students can receive for financial aid.

6. Another solution to the shortage is seen in the Nurse Reinvestment Act, designed to a. support students and faculty.

b. invest in improving the image of nursing and increasing diversity. c. add more capacity to hospitals to train nurses.

7. To be a good nurse, one of the most important skills to develop is a. communication.

b. liking people. c. caring.

d. understanding. 8. Being an advocate means

a. helping care for people. b. to inform and support.

c. knowing the legal system for health care systems. d. understanding the meaning of human rights. 9. The reason math is important in nursing has to do with

a. meeting the prerequisites to get into nursing school. b. not making medication errors

c. learning to think logically. d. all of the above.

10. Ambulatory care nursing takes place in which setting? a. anywhere outside a hospital

b. in a hospital c. in the home

d. critical care and emergency department e. in a clinic or other setting outside the hospital f. a and d

11. Nurses who work in public health are mainly concerned with a. populations and their health care.

b. diseases that can spread and cause a pandemic. c. taking care of low-income patients.

d. working to improve global health. 12. New roles for nurses include

a. advanced practice. b. writing prescriptions.

c. bioterrorism and disaster nursing. d. flight nursing.

13. Nursing roles that require graduate education include a. emergency nursing.

b. midwife.

c. nursing faculty in most colleges. d. intensive care nursing.

e. a and d. e. b and c.

14. Technology is a trend that is affecting health care and nursing because

a. complexity and skill level of health care professionals needs to be higher. b. globalization means we need better ways to communicate.

c. it increases the cost of health care. d. a and b.

f. a and c.

15. How can you make the right choice for your major? a. Get career counseling in high school and college.

b. Work with your advisor to discuss your goals and concerns. c. Get a tutor if you need help with classes.

d. all of the above

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. Finding the right _________ may take time, and you have the right to change your mind. 2. Going to nursing school requires _________ along with time to attend classes, study,

attend clinical fully prepared, and work on projects and exams.

3. A _________ degree may give you more flexibility in terms of nursing positions you are qualified for and in going to graduate school.

4. The _________ population and a _________ shortage are affecting the nursing shortage. 5. Concern about spreading diseases such as anthrax or smallpox may be the work of a

nurse in the area of _________ and _________.

6. _________ nursing applies nursing to public and legal processes.

7. _________ therapy is often used with more accepted Western medicine, thus the term _________.

8. A nurse midwife, a nurse practitioner, a nurse anesthetist are examples of _________ _________ nurses.

9. The type of nursing that is concerned with _________ is concerned with groups of people rather than just individuals.

10. Nurses most often work in this practice setting. The setting is _________.

Essay Questions

 Describe how critical thinking is important in nursing based on what you have learned in this chapter about what nurses do.

 Name some of the important attributes that nurses need and why they are important.

 What attributes do you have that will help you as a nursing student and as a nurse? Give examples of a situation where these have helped you.

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Chapter 3 Quiz

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1. Which is NOT a violation of academic integrity? a. plagiarism

b. tutoring a classmate

c. submitting someone else’s work as your own d. ignoring copyright restrictions on software e. copying a paper off the Internet for submission

2. Academic integrity positively affects which of the following? a. professional behavior patterns

b. overall knowledge level

c. respectful interaction with others d. all of the above

3. Practical steps to achieving a set goal include

a. establishing a buddy system to report progress. b. letting progress happen at its own pace.

c. setting a realistic time line with deadlines. d. both a and c.

4. ―I will graduate from college knowing I did my best.‖ What type of goal is this? a. long-term goal

b. lifelong goal c. short-term goal d. educational goal

5. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of matching time-related needs and schedule? a. lower stress

b. more energy c. procrastination

d. more ability to focus in class

6. If your long-term goal is ―declare a major,‖ related short-term goals may include a. meeting with your academic advisor.

b. trying out courses in some subject areas that interest you. c. talking to more advanced students about their majors. d. all of the above.

7. Why is a written schedule important?

a. Schedules keep you from being late for your appointments.

b. Schedules allocate segments of time to fulfill your goals and remind you of events, responsibilities, appointments, and deadlines.

c. Schedules make you feel important because you’re filling your day with important tasks.

d. none of the above

8. Drs. Robert M. Yerkes and John E. Dodson suggest that to reach your highest performance level, your stress level should be

a. low. b. moderate. c. high. d. accelerated. 9. A priority is

a. the goal you accomplish first in any given day. b. the most desirable goal.

c. the most important goal at any given moment. d. the most beneficial goal.

10. Based on your priorities, what is the most successful way to schedule your day? a. Always do your top priority items first.

b. Schedule your lower priority items around your top priority as they fit—making sure you give plenty of time for your top priority items.

c. Make a list of all the things you need to do that day and do the easiest first. d. Get the lower priority items out of the way first so you can concentrate on the

higher priority ones.

11. Which is NOT a practical way to reduce stress levels? a. getting plenty of sleep

b. avoiding time with friends

c. scheduling classes around time preferences d. taking a walk before a big test

12. Which is NOT a benefit of stress? a. increased heart rate

b. readiness to succeed on tests c. drive to finish assignments on time

d. motivation to perform well on class presentations 13. Procrastination is

a. putting off something that needs to be done. b. putting off something that can be done later. c. asking someone else to do something for you. d. accomplishing lower priority goals later on.

14. Procrastination can hinder you from accomplishing tasks. Which of the following does NOT contribute to procrastination?

a. studying in a distracting location b. curbing your social time

c. not delegating to others d. not thinking ahead

15. What is the goal of filling out a chart to document how you spend your time?

a. to find out exactly how many hours you spend on activities and what changes you would like to make

b. to see if you are wasting too much time on recreation c. to see if you are getting enough sleep

d. to see if you are scheduling ample study time

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. Setting __________ helps you define how you want to live and what you want to achieve.

2. A date book with a daily, weekly, or monthly calendar is called a __________. 3. __________ are principles or qualities that you consider important, right, or good.

4. ________ ________ is time reserved for personal relaxation and doing low-key activities that refresh you.

5. An action or intention that takes precedence in time, attention, or position is a(n) __________.

6. A(n) __________ __________ goal is a smaller, manageable goal to be accomplished within a relatively brief time.

7. A(n) __________ __________ goal is a broad goal with a large scope. 8. _________ is the way your mind and body react to pressure.

9. A compact microcomputer that can hold a large amount of information to use for time management is a(n) __________ __________.

10. Many students __________ by postponing a task until a later date.

Essay Questions

 What have been the primary influences on your core values? How will those values help you make wise decisions and reach your goals?

 What are the benefits of acting with academic integrity both at school and in the workplace?

Word Exploration

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Chapter 4 Quiz

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1. Knowing your learning styles profile can help you a. explore who you are.

b. take better notes.

c. interact more effectively with others. d. all of the above

2. Which student has the ―best‖ learning style?

a. Factual learners who are good with data and detailed experimentation have a learning advantage.

b. Linear learners who learn in a logical, ordered progression have a learning advantage.

c. Different learning styles are suited to different situations. There is no one ―best‖ way to learn.

d. none of the above

3. Howard Gardner defines an intelligence as an ability to

a. use the physical body skillfully and take in knowledge through bodily sensation. b. understand one’s own behavior and feelings.

c. relate to others, noticing their moods, motivations, and feelings.

d. solve problems or fashion products that are useful in a particular cultural setting or community.

4. According to the Personality Spectrum, what is NOT a primary characteristic of an Organizer?

a. loyalty b. creativity c. dependability

d. ability to manage heavy workloads 5. An interpersonal learner tends to benefit from

a. working with others. b. a lecture setting.

c. listening to music while studying. d. studying in a solitary environment.

6. Study techniques that may specifically benefit interpersonal learners include a. studying alone.

b. teaching material to someone else.

c. connecting related facts using arrows when taking notes. d. writing short summaries of the material.

7. What is ―bodily-kinesthetic‖ ability?

a. the ability to use the physical body skillfully and take in knowledge through bodily sensation

b. the ability to excel at sports

c. the ability to use verbal language well in communicating

d. the ability to comprehend charts, graphs, and other visual images

8. Shannon’s most developed intelligences are naturalistic and bodily-kinesthetic. What probably would be the worst career choice for her based on these abilities?

a. telemarketer b. landscaper c. yoga instructor d. massage therapist

9. What is the MOST significant benefit of understanding how you learn?

a. It helps you label yourself so you’ll know why you’re having problems in certain areas.

b. It helps you learn about your preferences and dominant areas and how you can maximize achievement.

c. It helps you to accept your limitations and what type of person you’ll be in the future.

d. It helps you select a major.

10. What information can you learn about yourself and how you can maximize your functioning at school by completing the Personality Spectrum developed by Joyce Bishop?

a. You can learn what classes to avoid.

b. You can understand how your personality was developed.

c. You can develop suitable learning strategies for your learning style. d. none of the above

11. When new material is very difficult for you, which of your intelligence types is it best to use?

a. This is your opportunity to improve your less developed areas. b. This is when it’s important to use your most dominant areas. c. This is when you try to use all the intelligence types together. d. It isn’t necessary to choose which type to use.

12. Ali has a strong interpersonal intelligence. She enjoys her history class but does not like memorizing facts and repetition. What would be a good study strategy for Ali?

a. Think of concepts, interpretations, or theories that link the facts together. b. Create a rhythm out of the words.

c. Use flash cards with a study group. d. Review notes outside on a park bench.

13. If you are a ―Giver‖ personality type, what study technique would be LEAST helpful? a. participating in a study group

b. picking classes that relate to people c. studying alone

d. none of the above

14. Which of the following is a good strategy for exploring majors and careers? a. Recognize strengths in multiple intelligences.

b. Be guided by your core values.

c. Find a way to make money doing what you love. d. Shadow a professional in the career for a day. e. all of the above

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. The way in which the mind receives and processes information is called a(n) _________ _________.

2. __________ __________ is a test to measure psychological temperaments. 3. The way an instructor presents material can be called his or her __________

__________.

4. __________-__________ intelligence is the ability to perceive and create images. 5. The __________ __________ __________ __________ is a test that pinpoints how one

functions at school and work.

6. A learning style __________ is a test that identifies the process one uses to take in, retain, and use information.

7. Effective study techniques for someone with __________-__________ intelligence would be to rewrite notes and teach someone else the material.

8. A __________ __________ is a neurological disorder that interferes with one's ability to store, process, and produce information.

9. A strength in one or more ______________ may lead to a major, and internship, or even a lifelong career.

10. The key to finding a rewarding career is exploring your options and following your ____________.

Essay Questions

 Now that you know what your strongest intelligences are, how will you use that information to become more successful in college?

 A passion is something you enjoy doing more than anything else in the world. What is your true passion? What careers might be good matches with that passion?

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Chapter 5 Quiz

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1. Gathering information requires a careful analysis of all the following except a. how much information you need.

b. your own personal perspectives and assumptions. c. how much time to spend locating information. d. whether the information is relevant.

2. _____________________ is a characteristic way of thinking about people, situations, events, and ideas.

a. Bias

b. Assumption c. Critique d. Perspective

3. _____________________ are judgments, generalizations, or biases influenced by experience and values.

a. Assumptions b. Perspectives c. Theories d. Qualifiers

4. Statements of opinion include all of the following EXCEPT a. value judgments.

b. abstract words that are hard to define. c. concrete words or measurable statistics. d. absolute qualifiers.

5. Statements of fact include all of the following EXCEPT a. actual people, places, objects, or events.

b. a description of current events in exact terms. c. non-emotional words.

d. abstract words that are complicated to define.

6. Information that leans in a particular direction or has been influenced by a point of view is

a. analyzed. b. assumed. c. clarified. d. biased.

7. An example of an absolute qualifier would be a. all.

b. some. c. many. d. sometimes.

8. _________________ means deciding whether an idea or a piece of information is good or bad, important or unimportant, right or wrong.

a. Logic b. Evaluation c. Bias

d. Clarification

9. We’ve all heard the joke that there are a million uses for duct tape. A person who can devise clever new uses for duct tape obviously has very developed

______________________ thinking skills. a. creative

b. analytical c. critical d. practical

10. Advertising agencies often employ which creative thinking strategy to come up with catchy jingles and effective ad campaigns?

a. analogy b. hypothesis c. brainstorming d. assessment

11. Asking ―what if‖ questions helps set up ___________________ environments in which new ideas can grow.

a. analytical b. nurturing c. unbiased d. hypothetical

12. _________________ problems are often not so clear, related closely to your life and needs, and answerable in more than one way.

a. Real-world b. Academic c. Social d. Anti-social

13. ____________________ intelligence is the set of personal and social competencies that involve knowing yourself, mastering your feelings, and developing social skills.

a. Successful b. Emotional c. Multiple d. Divergent

14. ____________________________ generally requires a focus on coming up with possible solutions and aims to remove or counteract negative effects.

a. Decision making b. Problem solving c. Brainstorming d. Hypothesizing

15. In _________________________, the choices are often determined and you are trying to fulfill a need.

a. decision making b. problem solving c. brainstorming d. hypothesizing

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. To develop the best solutions and decisions, successful thinkers need ______________, _______________, and _______________ thinking skills.

2. _____________ _____________is the kind of intelligence used to achieve important goals.

3. Thinking is what happens when you ask _______________ and move toward the answers.

4. _______________ thinking—also known as critical thinking—is the process of gathering information, analyzing it in different ways, and evaluating it for the purpose of gaining understanding, solving a problem, or making a decision.

5. _______________ thinking is generating new ideas that often go against conventional wisdom and may bring about change.

6. Letting your mind free-associate to come up with different ideas or answers is referred to as __________________.

8. ______________ thinking—also called ―common sense‖ or ―street smarts‖—refers to how you adapt to your environment, or shape or change your environment to adapt to you, in order to pursue important goals.

9. ______________ intelligence has a significant effect on your ability to communicate and maneuver in a social environment in a way that helps you achieve your goals.

10. The word _______________ is derived from the Greek word krinein, which means to separate in order to choose or select.

Essay Questions

 How can opening yourself up to new perspectives help you build knowledge? Give an example of a time when your own perspectives were challenged and you learned something valuable.

 Describe the environment that would give you the best possible chance at generating creative ideas.

 Compare and contrast problem solving and decision making.

 Maria sent her résumé out to several companies. She received a call from the company she wants to work for the most. They will have a representative in her area tomorrow who wants to interview her at length. Maria is frantic. She doesn’t have her portfolio together, and she doesn’t feel like she has the right kind of clothes or haircut to make a good impression. She also has a full schedule tomorrow, including an exam. Using the steps discussed in the section on problem solving, help Maria solve her problem(s). Discuss each step and apply your critical, creative, and practical thinking skills.

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Chapter 6 Quiz

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1. Building knowledge through reading as much as you can gives you a. a context for what you read.

b. permanent knowledge of facts. c. increased understanding of ideas. d. a and c.

2. What are primary sources?

a. a writer’s interpretation or evaluation of original documents

b. original documents, including works of literature, scientific studies, and journal articles

c. reading assignments from textbooks d. none of the above

3. Thinking about a personal problem while reading a textbook is an example of a. procrastination.

b. an external distraction. c. motivation.

d. an internal distraction.

4. What is the best time and place to read?

a. at the library where it’s quiet, in the morning when you are fresh b. at home, when you’re alone with no distractions

c. at work, during break times

d. whenever and wherever you can best concentrate, depending on your learning style and personal preferences

5. A successful approach to a math or science text most likely would include which step? a. reading the materially sequentially

b. scanning the material for words you recognize

c. memorizing unfamiliar formulas before working problems d. studying the lives of scientists and mathematicians

6. You can build your reading speed by a. using mnemonics.

b. reading groups of words rather than single words. c. subvocalizing.

d. practicing reading at a rate faster than you can comprehend. e. b and d

7. Learning words in context means

a. understanding prefixes and suffixes.

b. understanding words by relating them to other information that you know. c. understanding other vocabulary words that have the same meaning. d. repeating words in your head.

8. Which is the appropriate order for the elements of SQ3R? a. survey, question, recite, review, read

b. survey, question, read, review, recite c. survey, question, read, recite, review d. survey, read, recite, review, question

9. If you are looking over chapter headings and objectives or outlines, which element of SQ3R are you practicing?

a. survey b. question c. read d. recite

10. What is the most important part of the textbook to preview?

a. the beginning, including the preface, table of contents, and chapter summaries b. Preview the entire textbook, including the table of contents in the beginning,

chapter outlines, tables and figures in the middle, and index at the end. c. the end, including glossary, index, and bibliography

d. It is not necessary to preview a textbook.

11. If you are highlighting key terms and concepts, which element of SQ3R are you practicing?

a. survey b. question c. read d. recite

12. What might reviewing a chapter include?

a. asking new questions, especially if your first questions were inadequate or unanswerable

b. summarizing your notes, answering the end-of-chapter review questions, and quizzing yourself

c. rereading the chapter for clarity and omission

13. SQ3R would NOT be most effective when

a. reading an article on the treatment of phobias. b. reading a psychology textbook.

c. conducting a chemistry experiment. d. taking a Spanish exam.

14. According to the Center for Media Literacy, which of the following statements is true? a. Radio and newspapers are much more reliable sources than television.

b. Creators of media are driven by commercial interests to sell products, services, or ideas.

c. both a and b d. neither a nor b

15. To have a more successful study group, you should a. lead as many sessions as possible.

b. tape record what everyone says.

c. agree with the study group leader’s opinions. d. carry out whatever tasks you promise to do.

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. To choose the right setting for reading, you should select the right location and time, and deal with internal ______________.

2. Defining your reading purpose helps you choose _______ __________ and decide how much time and effort to expend.

3. The central part or basis of a word is called the __________.

4. __________ is when you pronounce inwardly every word you read.

5. The stock of words used by a particular person is called his or her __________. 6. __________ is the process of reading carefully to search for specific information. 7. You are __________ when you rapidly read chapter elements.

8. In the fourth step in SQ3R, you answer aloud or __________ the answers to questions raised previously.

9. Condensing, or __________ the material in your own words to cover the main points, is part of the reviewing process.

10. __________ ________ evaluate arguments in reading material to determine whether they are accurate and logical.

Essay Questions

 Suppose you have just read an article in which the author argues that the United States spends far too much money on foreign aid. What should you question to evaluate this argument?

 Discuss the critical reading processes listed in the chapter and explain why they are important.

 Think of a time when a study group you belonged to succeeded at a goal. Tell what strategies your group used to be successful.

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Chapter 7 Quiz

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1. What happens during the evaluating state of listening?

a. Sound waves are picked up and transmitted to the brain. b. You decide how you feel about the message.

c. You attach meaning to the message. d. You relay the message to someone else.

2. Noises and distractions are hindrances to effective listening in the a. interpretation stage of listening.

b. sensation stage of listening. c. reaction stage of listening. d. evaluation stage of listening.

3. What are some of the challenges to listening well? a. distractions and shutting out the messages

b. rushing to judge what you heard and focusing on your personal reaction

c. always taking notes in outline form, no matter how unorganized the speaker may be

d. all of the above

4. What characterizes an active listener?

a. asking questions and paying attention to the speaker’s choice of words b. moving around the room to improve concentration while you listen c. sitting back and relaxing while someone speaks

d. none of the above

5. Asking questions in class and having a purpose for listening are signs of a. student success.

b. an active listener.

c. confusion about the material. d. verbal signposts.

6. When you divide your note paper into three sections—one for outline, one for cues, and one for summary—which note-taking system are you using?

a. think link b. outline form c. Cornell or T-note d. guided notes

7. When an instructor writes something on the board or emphasizes something with his or her tone of voice, he or she is giving

a. ideas about how to structure notes. b. guided notes.

c. general note-taking techniques.

d. cues about what is important to write down.

8. An outline handed out by the instructor with space for you to add information is called a. outlining.

b. think links.

c. the Cornell system. d. guided notes.

9. The think link system of note taking employs the concept of a. visualization.

b. mapping of ideas.

c. linking ideas to examples. d. all of the above

10. What is a value of taking notes in class?

a. By taking good class notes, you won’t need to spend as much time reading your textbook.

b. Note taking helps you listen better and become more involved in class. c. You don’t have to listen as carefully if you’re taking notes.

d. It helps you make a good impression on the instructor. 11. When is the best time to review class lecture notes?

a. within a week of the class b. within a day of the lecture c. right before your test or quiz

d. It’s not necessary to review class notes.

12. Which is NOT a benefit of adding other sources to your notes during revision? a. being able to extend facts from notes to new situations

b. increasing your understanding

c. critically evaluating which ideas are most important d. being able to repeat facts from class lectures

13. According to James Zull, which is the correct order for how your brain remembers information?

a. Transfer information to a permanent storehouse, dump unimportant information, move selected information, and make an exact copy.

b. Make an exact copy, move selected information, dump unimportant information, and transfer information to a permanent storehouse.

c. Transfer information to a permanent storehouse, make an exact copy, move selected information, and dump unimportant information.

d. Dump unimportant information, make an exact copy, move selected information, transfer information to a permanent storehouse.

14. Which of the following is NOT one of the three different areas where memories are stored?

a. sensory memory b. short-term memory c. long-term memory d. random memory

15. At a company party, you are introduced to a client and respond by saying, ―Very nice to meet you, Mr. McMillen.‖ But later you have difficulty recalling the client’s name. Where did you store that information in your brain?

a. short-term memory b. sensory memory c. long-term memory d. residual memory

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. The stage of listening when you attach meaning to a message is called the __________ stage.

2. A(n) __________ __________ is a 3 x 5 index card with a word, idea, or phrase you want to remember along with explanatory information.

3. Worrying about a personal problem while trying to listen to a lecture is an example of a(n) __________ distraction.

4. The __________ stage of listening is also known as hearing.

5. An outline that indicates ideas and examples with Roman numerals, capital and lowercase letters, and numbers is a(n) __________ outline.

6. Section two of the Cornell note-taking system, where you fill in information during a review, is called the __________ column.

7. You are using personal ___________ when you use your own abbreviations, shortened words, and symbols when taking notes.

8. Retaining information in long-term memory follows the same four-stage process as _______________.

9. In the __________ __________ stage of retaining information in long-term memory, you come up with new ideas by blending what you already know with what you are learning now.

10. ROY G. BIV is a(n) __________ for the colors of the spectrum.

Essay Questions

 Discuss the four different listening stages and blocks that can occur at each. Give examples of ways to overcome listening deficiencies.

 Explain the relationship between listening and note taking. Which is your stronger skill?

 Think of something that you had a lot of trouble remembering. Knowing what you know now about memory, what steps could you have taken to better retain and recall that information?

Word Exploration

Define this word.

Chapter 8 Quiz

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1. The most important test preparation tool you have comes from all of the following EXCEPT

a. participating in class discussions. b. attending class regularly.

c. cramming.

d. finishing assigned readings and projects.

2. How can you find out what material will be on a test and what the test’s format will be? a. Look over old tests left on reserve by an instructor.

b. Talk with students who already took the course and did well. c. Ask the instructor about what topics and format to expect. d. all of the above

3. A typical test given in one of your courses measures a. your self-worth.

b. how much you will ever know about a topic. c. your proficiency at a moment in time. d. general IQ.

4. On an essay test, if the question requires you to give and justify your opinion about the value or worth of something, you are being asked to

a. evaluate. b. summarize. c. define. d. analyze.

5. Which of the following would NOT be a good source to use when developing pretest questions?

a. your textbook b. your class notes

c. assigned outside readings

d. the course description you received at the start of the semester 6. Cramming includes all of the following EXCEPT

a. plagiarizing for an open-book test. b. reviewing flash cards.

c. creating a last-minute study sheet.

7. Being prepared physically for a test often can be just as important as being prepared mentally. Which of the following is the best advice for physically preparing for an exam?

a. Make the most of your study time by reviewing notes late the night before an exam.

b. Realize that your true worth as an individual is based on your test performance. c. Eat a quick-energy snack (banana, orange juice, or granola bar) before the exam. d. Stay up late the night before an exam to watch your favorite movie with friends. 8. Test anxiety refers to the

a. uncertainty you feel when you haven’t studied for a test.

b. uncertainty you feel when you have to take a test with a teacher you don’t like. c. uncertainty you feel when you don’t like the course work on which the test is

based.

d. mental and physical symptoms of stress that appear before a test. 9. To achieve a positive attitude before a test, you should

a. see the test as an opportunity to learn and experience success. b. tell yourself that the grade you get doesn’t matter.

c. get yourself keyed up for the test by cramming and drinking a lot of coffee. d. realize that once you take a test the results are final and you can’t do anything

about them.

10. What will help you prepare effectively for an essay test? a. Set an organized study schedule.

b. Take a pretest.

c. Use SQ3R to review your reading materials. d. all of the above

11. Spending a few minutes at the start of a test getting an overview is important because a. you’re certain to have plenty of time to complete the exam.

b. you can get a general sense of whether you will probably pass or fail.

c. you can get an idea of the type of questions you face and how to approach them. d. you can decide which questions you have no hope of answering.

12. To identify patterns in your mistakes on a test, keep an eye out for a. questions that you have time to rework.

b. subjective and objective questions.

c. evidence that the test was incorrectly graded. d. both careless and conceptual errors.

13. When you pay attention to words such as always, never, or every in test questions, you are staying aware of

a. how qualifiers modify the meaning of a phrase. b. how transitions help move readers to a new idea. c. how critical thinking helps avoid errors.

d. how ideas are linked to examples. 14. What is a good strategy when starting an exam?

a. Divide the number of questions into the allotted test time and determine exactly how much time you can spend on each question.

b. Start at the beginning and work until the end, taking your time and not rushing. c. Go over the test, read the directions carefully, and determine the point value of

each section; answer the easiest part first.

d. Start with the last section first; the easiest section is always last. 15. When taking a test it is a bad idea to

a. rush.

b. watch the clock. c. guess.

d. use critical thinking skills.

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. Multiple choice, true/false, and sentence completion are __________ test questions. 2. A(n) __________ test question is one where you create an original written response of at

least one paragraph.

3. Last-minute studying is also called ___________ .

4. An unusual amount of nervousness, stress, and perhaps physical symptoms during preparation and test taking indicates test __________ .

5. A(n) __________ is a word that affects the meaning of another word or word group. 6. ___________ test questions are worth more points than other questions on the same test. 7. Certain __________ __________ in essay questions can help you figure out how to think. 8. ___________ _____________ is using what you already know to figure out what you

don’t.

9. The reading method __________ is an excellent structure to use when reviewing reading materials prior to a test.

Essay Questions

 What analytical and practical strategies would you offer someone who is about to take a multiple-choice standardized test?

 Discuss strategies for approaching essay exams. What steps do you recommend?  How might procrastination sabotage your study plan, schedule, and test performance?

Word Exploration

Sine qua non

Define this word.

Chapter 9 Quiz

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1. The periodical area in the library holds

a. the latest books listed in the library’s card catalog. b. sequels to films in the library’s video collection. c. reference works, including encyclopedias.

d. recent issues of popular and scholarly magazines, journals, and newspapers. 2. A keyword search relies on

a. librarians and assistants to help you.

b. extensive knowledge of computer software. c. use of natural language.

d. an understanding of computer hardware. 3. A library search strategy will take you from

a. specific reference works to general reference works. b. general reference works to specific reference works. c. encyclopedias to almanacs.

d. encyclopedias to the Internet. 4. You should seek help from a librarian

a. after you’ve spent hours researching with little success. b. when you can’t find a particular source.

c. when you’re having trouble navigating the library’s computer databases. d. b and c

5. Using analytical thinking to evaluate sources involves investigating all of the following EXCEPT

a. the level of expertise of the author. b. how the material is coded in the library. c. the reliability of the source.

d. whether the source is current.

6. Which of the following is a warning sign that an article on the Internet may NOT be valid and trustworthy?

a. A noted authority wrote the article.

b. The article is poorly organized and contains grammatical and spelling errors. c. The article originally was published in a journal.

7. When beginning research on the Internet, you should a. be prepared to use several search engines. b. use only one of the best search engines.

c. download essays already written about your subject. d. ask politely if the library staff has any CD-ROM engines. 8. Identifying your purpose for writing helps you

a. choose a topic.

b. understand your audience.

c. write without grammatical mistakes.

d. focus on what you want your document to accomplish. 9. The writing process includes all of the following EXCEPT

a. planning. b. drafting. c. typing.

d. revising and editing.

10. A creative technique that involves generating ideas about a topic without judgment is known as

a. planning. b. drafting. c. evaluating. d. brainstorming.

11. A thesis statement does all of the following EXCEPT a. explain your writing style.

b. tell readers what they should expect from your written presentation. c. link together your topic, purpose, and commitment to your audience. d. appear near the beginning of your document.

12. A first draft must

a. have no spelling or punctuation errors. b. be ready to show to your instructor. c. have exactly the right tone.

d. create the initial structure and content of your document. 13. Revising enables you to do all of the following EXCEPT

a. fine-tune your first draft.

b. finish the writing process and hand your document to your instructor. c. rewrite and strengthen sections of your draft.

14. Avoiding plagiarism includes all of the following EXCEPT a. setting off quotes with quotation marks.

b. citing sources of quotes or paraphrases.

c. avoiding using any ideas from research sources. d. paraphrasing important ideas from research sources. 15. Which of the following is considered plagiarism?

a. pasting a section from an Internet source onto your essay

b. turning in an essay from a Web site that gives away free research papers c. paraphrasing information in an essay without citing the source

d. all of the above

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. The section of a library where encyclopedias, directories, dictionaries, almanacs, and atlases are found is called the __________ area.

2. _____________ consists of facts, statistics, examples, and expert opinions.

3. Preliminary notes you take as you review research materials are _________ ______ .

4. Restating a quotation in your own words and sentence structure is called __________. 5. __________ is a drafting technique where you write whatever comes to mind without

censorship.

6. You __________ a paper by critically evaluating the word choice, paragraph structure, and style of the first draft.

7. You __________ a paper by correcting technical mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and style consistency.

8. The __________ is the statement or paragraph that indicates your paper is complete. 9. Words and phrases that connect thoughts are called __________.

10. Each paragraph you write should have a ________ _________ that states the paragraph’s main idea.

Essay Questions

 Describe and discuss the importance of determining your audience when planning to write.

 During your research on the Internet, you discover a Web site that claims to have a natural cure for cancer. What steps would you take to further investigate the claim?

Word Exploration

Suà

Define this word.

Chapter 10 Quiz

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1. Which is an example of the kind of diversity you may encounter in your everyday life? a. a student who, like his twin brother, excels at science but prefers to learn new

information in a ―hands-on‖ way

b. a nurse at the hospital who recently has emigrated from the Czech Republic c. a deaf student in your English class who struggles with the articles ―a,‖ ―an,‖ and

―the‖ because they are not used in American Sign Language d. all of the above.

2. What is a positive outcome of valuing diversity?

a. more people to pull the weight of a group project

b. heightened ability to analyze how people relate to one another c. more developed ability to connect with others

d. both b and c 3. Prejudice is

a. denying others opportunities because of perceived differences. b. not seeking out unique differences in individuals.

c. jealousy and fear of failure.

d. a preconceived opinion formed without sufficient knowledge.

4. Assuming that all members of a particular group look or think alike is an example of a. stereotyping.

b. stereotype vulnerability. c. discrimination.

d. diversity.

5. Which is NOT an example of discrimination? a. being fired from a job because of an accent b. not being hired because of a pregnancy

c. not being picked up by a cab because of skin color d. thinking that your group is better than all other groups 6. To what categories do federal discrimination laws apply?

a. race, creed, color, age, gender, religion b. marital status, pregnancy, disabilities, health c. hobbies, interests, and musical tastes

7. What might be one good way to communicate with a thinker-dominant communicator? a. Emphasize the emotional side of an idea.

b. Focus on a creative idea.

c. Put the message in writing via a memo or e-mail. d. Encourage closeness and personal connections.

8. According to the text, a person who delivers structured messages, appreciates practical tasks, and uses concrete terms has what type of communication style?

a. Organizer-dominant b. Thinker-dominant c. Adventurer-dominant d. Giver-dominant

9. What is constructive criticism?

a. supportive suggestions for improvement

b. statements about what went wrong and how you failed c. developing a critical argument

d. both b and c

10. What would be the best response if someone were criticizing you? a. Evaluate the criticism for truthfulness.

b. Calmly walk away from the person. c. Tell that person about his or her faults. d. Tell others about that person’s faults. 11. What most strongly influences a first impression?

a. nonverbal elements

b. the words with which you introduce yourself c. choice of clothing

d. cultural differences

12. Nonverbal communication signals include all EXCEPT a. tone of voice.

b. word choice. c. eye contact. d. posture.

13. What is NOT a good suggestion for effectively communicating across cultures? a. Pay attention to what seems appropriate in conversations.

b. Avoid slang expressions when speaking with someone struggling with your language.

c. Assume your message will be understood clearly without evaluating the culture. d. Be patient.

14. Which communication style is clearest and most productive? a. assertive

b. aggressive c. passive

d. authoritative

15. Finding a community of people with similar interests in positive activities is important because

a they will inspire personal growth, support healthy relationships, and provide a sense of belonging.

b. they will offer protection from hate crimes.

c. it is easier to share your negative attitudes with people of like minds. d. you may need to use them later for letters of recommendation.

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. A pre-conceived judgment or opinion is called __________ .

2. The successfully intelligent response to discrimination and hate and the next step toward cultural competence is to gather __________.

3. Valuing diversity is respecting and appreciating ____________ among and within people.

4. Information that is offered supportively and contains useful suggestions for improvement is best described as ____________ criticism.

5. __________ is the variety that occurs in every aspect of humanity, involving both visible and invisible characteristics.

6. Effective ___________ is one key component in helping people of all cultures understand one another and make connections.

7. In ___________ cultures, communication is linked primarily to words and to the explicit messages sent through those words.

8. __________ occurs when people deny others opportunities because of their perceived differences.

9. A(n) __________ __________ is manifested by prejudice and often directed at racial, ethnic, and religious minorities and homosexuals.

10. Any sexual activity during a date that is against one partner’s will constitutes __________ __________.

Essay Questions

 Explain how gaining knowledge can lead to cultural competence.

 What has contributed to our growing cultural awareness? What examples can you give that show we truly are a global culture?

Word Exploration

Kente

Chapter 11 Quiz

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1. If you run or bike, what form of exercise are you primarily performing? a. strength training

b. cardiovascular training c. flexibility training d. anaerobic training

2. How does exercising affect your energy levels? a. It increases your energy efficiency. b. It decreases your energy efficiency. c. It maintains consistent energy levels. d. It has no effect.

3. You can get better sleep by a. exercising regularly.

b. reducing caffeine consumption. c. working before bed.

d. a and c e. a and b

4. All of the following are guidelines for healthy eating EXCEPT a. use sugars in moderation.

b. choose a diet with few vegetables, but plenty of fruit. c. choose a diet low in fat and cholesterol.

d. eat a variety of foods.

5. Obesity is a major risk factor for all of the following EXCEPT a. adult-onset diabetes.

b. chlamydia. c. stroke. d. cancer.

6. The two words that best sum up healthy diet guidelines are a. binge and purge.

b. feast and fast. c. target and aim.

7. Depression can stem from a. genetic predisposition. b. environmental causes. c. psychological causes. d. physical problems. e. any of the above.

8. Which of the following methods of birth control is not 100% or nearly 100% effective? a. tubal ligation

b. rhythm method

c. Depo-Provera (the shot) d. vasectomy

9. People contract HIV by all of the following means EXCEPT a. sexual relations with infected partners.

b. sharing hypodermic needles. c. infected blood transfusions.

d. sharing a bathroom with infected roommates.

10. Which of the following statements about binge drinking is false? a. 43% of college students classified themselves as binge drinkers. b. Binge drinking is having more than 5 drinks every day for a week. c. Binge drinkers are more likely to miss class.

d. Binge drinkers are more likely to engage in unsafe sex.

11. If you notice a person around campus who is acting suspiciously or makes you feel uneasy, you should

a. introduce yourself in a friendly manner. b. speak to your instructor or contact security. c. ask to see the person’s college ID.

d. tell the person to leave the area.

12. You cannot be immunized against which of the following diseases? a. mononucleosis

b. meningococcal meningitis c. chicken pox

d. all of the above

13. Which of the following is NOT true about tobacco use? a. All tobacco products contain nicotine.

b. Inhaling tobacco smoke damages the lining of the lungs. c. Nicotine can increase blood pressure and heart rate.

d. Forty percent of college students report smoking at least once in the month before they were surveyed.

14. Which sexually transmitted diseases are curable? a. all except HIV/AIDS

b. all except genital herpes, hepatitis B, some strains of gonorrhea, and HIV/AIDS c. all are curable

d. LSD

15. All of the drugs listed below are addictive, except a. cocaine.

b. alcohol.

c. Valium-type drugs. d. All are addictive.

Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. The extra weight people tend to gain in the first year of college is called the _________ ___________.

2. After smoking, __________ is the second leading cause of preventable death. 3. ____________ training strengthens your heart and lung capacity.

4. A(n) __________ booster is recommended every 10 years to protect from bacterial infections related to certain wounds.

5. A good activity to begin a daily exercise routine is ___________.

6. Constant fatigue, low motivation, and low self-esteem are signs of __________.

7. __________ _________ is a condition that creates an intense desire to be thin, leading to self-starvation.

8. Long-term users of __________ risk permanent brain damage in the form of memory loss, chronic depression, and other disorders.

9. A compulsive physiological need for a habit-forming substance is a(n) _________. 10. __________ is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus.

Essay Questions

 Describe and discuss an aspect of your physical or mental health you would like to improve. What goals will you set for yourself? How will you achieve them?

 Suppose a friend confides to you that she feels like life isn’t worth living and no one would miss her if she were gone. How would you try to help her?

Word Exploration

Joie de vivre

Chapter 12 Quiz

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1. Exploring potential careers may include

a. asking questions about salary, hours, and educational requirements. b. declaring a major right away.

c. visiting your school’s career center. d. a and c.

2. A temporary work program, often unpaid, in which a student can gain experience in a particular field is called a(n)

a. work-study program. b. grant.

c. apprenticeship. d. internship.

3. If there is a knowledgeable person in your life to whom you can go for advice and support as you work toward your goals, you may have a(n)

a. administrator. b. mentor.

c. authority figure. d. idol.

4. Which is the least likely effect of working while in school? a. enhancing time management skills

b. earning money

c. reducing time for social/extracurricular activities d. gaining career experience

5. Sources of job information include a. networking.

b. school career planning and placement offices. c. employment agencies.

d. all of the above.

6. How can knowing your learning style help with your career search? a. Self-knowledge can help you pinpoint a career.

b. Knowing your personality helps you understand how you work with others. c. both of the above

7. Is working an outside job a good idea while you are a full-time student?

a. No, it is too much of a time commitment and prevents you from studying. b. Yes, it gives you job experience and forces you to organize your time better. c. There are potential positive and negative effects of working while a student, and

they must be weighed carefully and monitored.

d. It is only a good idea to work full-time while you are taking a semester off from school.

8. Which of the following statements best describes people with high levels of emotional intelligence?

a. They are best suited for high tech jobs.

b. They know how to manage themselves and handle relationships with others. c. They are less likely to cry when they are angry or sad.

d. They are less likely to have learning disabilities.

9. In order to make successfully intelligent financial decisions, you should a. make a budget.

b. avoid making impulse buys.

c. avoid using credit cards unnecessarily. d. all of the above

10. How will creating a budget most likely benefit you? a. It keeps you wasting money.

b. It helps you make decisions about spending. c. It prevents you from using your credit cards. d. none of the above

11. The first two steps in budgeting are

a. evaluating what you earn and subtracting what you spend.

b. seeing what you make and making decisions about what to spend. c. determining what you make and determining what you spend. d. determining what you spend and reducing spending.

12. Of the four Personality Spectrum dimensions, which one would be best suited to manage a restaurant?

a. Thinker b. Organizer c. Giver d. Adventurer

13. People or organizations to which you owe money, such as credit card companies or banks, are called

a. lenders.

b. money markets. c. debtors.

14. A credit card’s annual percentage rate (APR) can best be described as a. the yearly cost some companies charge for using the card. b. the amount of interest charged on your unpaid balance. c. the unused portion of your credit line.

d. the percentage of Americans who currently use that company’s card. 15. What are the best steps to take if you are in financial debt?

a. Get another credit card to help you pay off your current creditors. b. Immediately file for bankruptcy.

c. Address the problem immediately with your creditors, working with them to create a payment plan.

d. both a and c Fill in the Blank

Insert the word or phrase that BEST completes the sentence.

1. When a person works from home via telephone, fax, and Internet access, he/she is __________ .

2. A temporary job where students can work hard in exchange for experience they can't get in the classroom is called a(n) __________ .

3. The current emphasis on __________ has made emotional intelligence very important in the workplace.

4. A job-hunting strategy that utilizes a group sharing information and/or services is called __________.

5. When searching for a job, your __________ should always be typed or printed on a computer.

6. A(n) __________ is a person who serves as a carrier or source of information. 7. A(n) __________ takes a special interest in helping you reach your goals.

8. __________ is a process whereby you consider your resources and expenditures and adjust the money flow to meet expenditures and perhaps create savings.

9. The record of your credit use, including positive and negative actions, is your __________ __________.

10. The debt ceiling a credit card company puts on your account is called the __________ __________.

Essay Questions

 During a job interview, you are asked what you like most about college. How do you respond?

 Think about your own budget. Describe and discuss the expenses you have which someone else may consider an unnecessary luxury.

Word Exploration

Sacrifici

Chapter 13 Quiz

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1. What is NOT a successfully intelligent way to handle changes in your life? a. Maintain flexibility.

b. Continue to follow set schedules.

c. Analyze change, consider options, make decisions, and take practical actions. d. Be open to unpredictability.

2. Examples of ethical dilemmas in nursing include a. end of life care.

b. taking vital signs.

c. health insurance covering cosmetic surgery. d. a and c.

3. Lifelong learning means a. reading.

b. investigating new interests. c. increasing cultural competence. d. all of the above.

4. Why is reading such an essential part of lifelong learning?

a. Decisions need to be made based on current information, not what you used to know.

b. Friends put pressure on you to read best-sellers. c. Reading is a good way to pass time.

d. An impressive reading list is attractive to the opposite sex. 5. Which of the following is a nursing research hypothesis?

a. graduate work or pursuing advanced degrees after the bachelor’s degree b. Obesity will increase when people have friends who are obese.

c. Tobacco smoking causes cancer.

d. Eating too many calories causes weight gain.

6. When is the best time to give back to the community and do volunteer work? a. as soon as you’ve finished your degree

b. whenever you can, throughout your life

c. when you no longer have young children at home d. only when you have young children at home

7. Which is NOT a benefit of volunteering?

a. getting to focus not just on yourself but on community b. giving others hope and comfort

c. having spare time to relax

d. increasing your appeal to an employer by showing community spirit

8. Part of Sarah’s grade in her communications class comes from visiting the elderly at a senior center, talking with them about the greatest changes they have seen in their lifetimes, and preparing a speech to share that information. Sarah’s experience is an example of

a. service learning. b. emotional learning. c. practical learning. d. analytical learning.

9. Which is NOT a positive result of service learning projects? a. learning skills through ―doing‖

b. exploring values

c. gaining more knowledge and higher grades on tests d. having a sense of civic responsibility

10. An active citizen gets involved by

a. participating in community debates and hearings. b. writing letters to legislators.

c. voting in every election. d. all of the above

11. Which strategy is least beneficial to the environment?

a. Recycle anything you can and buy products that use recycled material. b. Buy new; new items last longer.

c. Trade things you don’t need any longer and reuse items. d. Be respectful of the outdoors.

12. What particular characteristic do successfully intelligent people have in common? a. creative thinking

b. values

c. self-activators d. goals

13. Successfully intelligent people continue to learn and achieve goals by

a. rejecting self-pity.

b. risking failure.

c. delaying gratification.