UNIV-101A – University Seminar 1A
Comprehensive Final Exam
Instructions:
Answer all questions.
Multiple-choice questions select the best answer.
Short-answer questions should be concise (2–4 sentences unless otherwise stated).
Scenario and reflection questions should demonstrate application of seminar concepts.
Section I: Multiple Choice (Questions 1–30)
1. The primary purpose of a university seminar course is to:
A. Replace general education courses
B. Prepare students for a specific major
C. Support academic success and transition to college life
D. Reduce the total number of credit hours
2. Which behavior best demonstrates academic integrity?
A. Collaborating on an individual assignment without permission
B. Paraphrasing sources and citing them correctly
C. Submitting the same paper in two courses without approval
D. Using online answer banks for quizzes
3. A syllabus is best described as:
A. A contract outlining course expectations and policies
B. A study guide for final exams only
C. A list of optional assignments
D. A university-wide policy handbook
4. Which time-management strategy is MOST effective for college students?
A. Studying only the night before exams
B. Using a weekly planner with scheduled study blocks
C. Avoiding breaks during long study sessions
D. Prioritizing social commitments over coursework
5. Office hours exist primarily to:
A. Discipline students
B. Provide professors uninterrupted research time
C. Offer academic support and clarification
D. Replace classroom instruction
, 6. Active learning includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A. Taking notes
B. Asking questions
C. Participating in discussions
D. Memorizing without understanding
7. Which resource is MOST appropriate for help with writing assignments?
A. Campus bookstore
B. Writing or tutoring center
C. Financial aid office
D. Campus security
8. Plagiarism is defined as:
A. Forgetting to submit an assignment
B. Using common knowledge without citation
C. Presenting someone else’s work as your own
D. Collaborating on group work
9. Which habit supports effective note-taking?
A. Writing down every word the instructor says
B. Reviewing notes within 24 hours
C. Avoiding abbreviations
D. Copying slides only
10. SMART goals are:
A. Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
B. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
C. Strategic, Manageable, Academic, Realistic, Timely
D. Short, Meaningful, Accurate, Realistic, Timed
11. Which action best promotes wellness in college?
A. Skipping sleep to study more
B. Ignoring stress until finals week
C. Balancing academics, rest, and self-care
D. Eliminating all extracurricular activities
12. Emailing a professor professionally should include:
A. Casual language and emojis
B. No subject line
C. Clear subject, respectful tone, and proper grammar
D. Only your question, no greeting
13. A growth mindset means:
A. Intelligence is fixed
B. Avoiding challenges
Comprehensive Final Exam
Instructions:
Answer all questions.
Multiple-choice questions select the best answer.
Short-answer questions should be concise (2–4 sentences unless otherwise stated).
Scenario and reflection questions should demonstrate application of seminar concepts.
Section I: Multiple Choice (Questions 1–30)
1. The primary purpose of a university seminar course is to:
A. Replace general education courses
B. Prepare students for a specific major
C. Support academic success and transition to college life
D. Reduce the total number of credit hours
2. Which behavior best demonstrates academic integrity?
A. Collaborating on an individual assignment without permission
B. Paraphrasing sources and citing them correctly
C. Submitting the same paper in two courses without approval
D. Using online answer banks for quizzes
3. A syllabus is best described as:
A. A contract outlining course expectations and policies
B. A study guide for final exams only
C. A list of optional assignments
D. A university-wide policy handbook
4. Which time-management strategy is MOST effective for college students?
A. Studying only the night before exams
B. Using a weekly planner with scheduled study blocks
C. Avoiding breaks during long study sessions
D. Prioritizing social commitments over coursework
5. Office hours exist primarily to:
A. Discipline students
B. Provide professors uninterrupted research time
C. Offer academic support and clarification
D. Replace classroom instruction
, 6. Active learning includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A. Taking notes
B. Asking questions
C. Participating in discussions
D. Memorizing without understanding
7. Which resource is MOST appropriate for help with writing assignments?
A. Campus bookstore
B. Writing or tutoring center
C. Financial aid office
D. Campus security
8. Plagiarism is defined as:
A. Forgetting to submit an assignment
B. Using common knowledge without citation
C. Presenting someone else’s work as your own
D. Collaborating on group work
9. Which habit supports effective note-taking?
A. Writing down every word the instructor says
B. Reviewing notes within 24 hours
C. Avoiding abbreviations
D. Copying slides only
10. SMART goals are:
A. Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
B. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
C. Strategic, Manageable, Academic, Realistic, Timely
D. Short, Meaningful, Accurate, Realistic, Timed
11. Which action best promotes wellness in college?
A. Skipping sleep to study more
B. Ignoring stress until finals week
C. Balancing academics, rest, and self-care
D. Eliminating all extracurricular activities
12. Emailing a professor professionally should include:
A. Casual language and emojis
B. No subject line
C. Clear subject, respectful tone, and proper grammar
D. Only your question, no greeting
13. A growth mindset means:
A. Intelligence is fixed
B. Avoiding challenges
