Test Bank For The Confident Student
Chapter 1 Becoming a Confident Student
Chapter 1
Becoming a Confident Student
All questions are based on material presented in the textbook.
Items 1-15, Multiple-Choice: Choose one answer only.
1. A Theme that runs throughout your textbook is that success in college depends on the
choices you make. Which one of the following statements best expresses this theme?
A. If you want to be successful in anything, you have to know the right people.
B. As an old saying goes, “Success comes to those who wait.”
C. Your instructors can make or break your grade, so they control your success.
D. Through self-assessment and planning, you can determine a course’s outcome.
2. Which one of the following is closest in meaning to the term self-assessment?
A. an evaluation
B. an outcome
C. a choice
D. a goal
3. If a course you need is unavailable at the time of day you want it, which trait of a
confident student might help you deal with this issue most effectively?
A. persistence
B. flexibility
C. commitment
D. self-motivation
4. Which student’s behavior illustrates the concept of getting in the college frame of
mind?
A. Tony believes that the strategies he used in high school will also serve him
well in college.
B. Juanita relies on the fact that her instructors are experts who will know how to
motivate her.
C. Chris has been exploring career opportunities in marketing, a field that
interests him.
D. Diane is enjoying being on her own and making her own decisions about
whether to study or not—mostly not.
5. Fraternities and sororities are not generally known for which one of the following?
A. being too expensive
B. having a reputation for excessive drinking
C. promoting socializing that may undermine academic success
D. being too inclusive
6. Which one of the following best describes a mentor’s role?
A. to help you make up a class schedule
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B. to act as an ally who takes a personal interest in you
C. to advise you about non-academic activities
D. to help with studying and preparing for tests
7. Roseanne wants to show that she is a serious college student; therefore, she will
choose which one of the following as her email address?
A. a cute name that people will remember
B. an address that will be filtered by firewalls
C. numbers that are meaningful only to her
D. an address that identifies her and is not offensive
8. Students who observe proper online etiquette with instructors are most likely to do
which one of the following?
A. Use the same tone and language as they would use with friends.
B. Keep instructors updated with their whereabouts through instant messaging.
C. Choose words carefully and proofread messages before sending.
D. Keep messages brief by using abbreviations and popular slang.
9. By becoming aware of family, friends, and others who encourage your efforts and by
maintaining good relationships with those people you are doing which one of the
following?
A. showing a capacity for adaptation
B. becoming more civil in your dealings with others
C. developing an optimistic outlook
D. forming a support network
10. Ray’s instructor has just finished explaining how to write an essay that describes a
process. She explains that a good process essay will clearly state both the steps of the
process and a reason for doing it. To make her point, the instructor uses bread making
as an example, explaining that the writer would need to both explain the steps to
follow and give the reader a good reason for making the bread. She asks if students
have any questions about describing a process. Ray asks “What if you don’t know
how to make bread?” Ray’s question shows that he has ignored which tip for asking
good questions?
A. Topic: Ray’s question strays from the topic under discussion.
B. Tone: Ray’s question is inappropriate and does not merit a serious answer.
C. Timing: Ray’s timing is off. He should have asked this question earlier.
D. Trust: Ray’s question shows that he is not involved in the discussion.
11. The leader’s role in a small group discussion is most like which one of the following?
A. a worker on an assembly line
B. a teacher in a classroom
C. the conductor of an orchestra
D. a manager of a department
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12. All of the following are advantages to be gained by attending college in a diverse
environment except which one?
A. confirmation of your own cherished beliefs and opinions above all others
B. cooperation with others through understanding and acceptance
C. an appreciation of the languages and cultures of others
D. the development of new interests and ideas
13. Which one of the following is the best evaluation of the opinion reflected in this
statement: “Social involvement is less important than academic performance.”
A. It is true that academic performance should be a student’s top priority.
B. Both social involvement and academic performance are desired outcomes.
C. A well-rounded student will have an active social life.
D. There could be many other reasons for coming to college besides these two.
14. The graduation ceremony is called “commencement” because it signals the beginning
of the rest of your life. What inference can you make about this?
A. College is a waste of time because most learning will occur after graduation.
B. Students should not have to go to graduate school if they can learn on the job.
C. Your major may not prepare you for the challenges ahead.
D. Learning is a lifelong process and involves more than a college degree.
15. What do self-assessment, setting goals, choosing a major, and getting involved in
campus life all have in common?
A. They are different processes that are not related.
B. They are essential career skills.
C. They all help you take control of your college experience.
D. Their application is primarily related to campus life.
Items 16-20, Essay: Write a brief but thorough answer to each question.
16. Chapter 1 explains four things you can do to become an active, confident learner.
Choose one of these methods and explain how you are applying it to improve your
performance as a college student.
17. Based on Gardner’s multiple intelligences theory, write a scenario about a college
student—either yourself or someone you know. Your scenario should demonstrate
how the student draws on one or more of Gardner’s intelligences while studying,
interacting in the classroom, or making decisions about courses or majors.
18. Chapter 1 focuses on the trait of flexibility as being essential to success in college and
life. To what extent do you consider yourself a flexible person? Why or why not?
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19. Chapter 1 is all about gaining confidence in your ability to succeed in college.
Consider the various topics covered in the chapter such as building a support network,
embracing diversity, civility and teamwork, getting involved in campus life and so
on. Evaluate your strengths and weaknesses in one or more of these areas and explain
what makes you most confident about your academic future.
20. Analyze why diversity is an important issue. For example, what is the value of having
diverse students in the classroom who can share their experiences and perspectives?
What is one aspect of diversity that is often overlooked?
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Chapter 1 Becoming a Confident Student
Chapter 1
Becoming a Confident Student
All questions are based on material presented in the textbook.
Items 1-15, Multiple-Choice: Choose one answer only.
1. A Theme that runs throughout your textbook is that success in college depends on the
choices you make. Which one of the following statements best expresses this theme?
A. If you want to be successful in anything, you have to know the right people.
B. As an old saying goes, “Success comes to those who wait.”
C. Your instructors can make or break your grade, so they control your success.
D. Through self-assessment and planning, you can determine a course’s outcome.
2. Which one of the following is closest in meaning to the term self-assessment?
A. an evaluation
B. an outcome
C. a choice
D. a goal
3. If a course you need is unavailable at the time of day you want it, which trait of a
confident student might help you deal with this issue most effectively?
A. persistence
B. flexibility
C. commitment
D. self-motivation
4. Which student’s behavior illustrates the concept of getting in the college frame of
mind?
A. Tony believes that the strategies he used in high school will also serve him
well in college.
B. Juanita relies on the fact that her instructors are experts who will know how to
motivate her.
C. Chris has been exploring career opportunities in marketing, a field that
interests him.
D. Diane is enjoying being on her own and making her own decisions about
whether to study or not—mostly not.
5. Fraternities and sororities are not generally known for which one of the following?
A. being too expensive
B. having a reputation for excessive drinking
C. promoting socializing that may undermine academic success
D. being too inclusive
6. Which one of the following best describes a mentor’s role?
A. to help you make up a class schedule
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B. to act as an ally who takes a personal interest in you
C. to advise you about non-academic activities
D. to help with studying and preparing for tests
7. Roseanne wants to show that she is a serious college student; therefore, she will
choose which one of the following as her email address?
A. a cute name that people will remember
B. an address that will be filtered by firewalls
C. numbers that are meaningful only to her
D. an address that identifies her and is not offensive
8. Students who observe proper online etiquette with instructors are most likely to do
which one of the following?
A. Use the same tone and language as they would use with friends.
B. Keep instructors updated with their whereabouts through instant messaging.
C. Choose words carefully and proofread messages before sending.
D. Keep messages brief by using abbreviations and popular slang.
9. By becoming aware of family, friends, and others who encourage your efforts and by
maintaining good relationships with those people you are doing which one of the
following?
A. showing a capacity for adaptation
B. becoming more civil in your dealings with others
C. developing an optimistic outlook
D. forming a support network
10. Ray’s instructor has just finished explaining how to write an essay that describes a
process. She explains that a good process essay will clearly state both the steps of the
process and a reason for doing it. To make her point, the instructor uses bread making
as an example, explaining that the writer would need to both explain the steps to
follow and give the reader a good reason for making the bread. She asks if students
have any questions about describing a process. Ray asks “What if you don’t know
how to make bread?” Ray’s question shows that he has ignored which tip for asking
good questions?
A. Topic: Ray’s question strays from the topic under discussion.
B. Tone: Ray’s question is inappropriate and does not merit a serious answer.
C. Timing: Ray’s timing is off. He should have asked this question earlier.
D. Trust: Ray’s question shows that he is not involved in the discussion.
11. The leader’s role in a small group discussion is most like which one of the following?
A. a worker on an assembly line
B. a teacher in a classroom
C. the conductor of an orchestra
D. a manager of a department
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12. All of the following are advantages to be gained by attending college in a diverse
environment except which one?
A. confirmation of your own cherished beliefs and opinions above all others
B. cooperation with others through understanding and acceptance
C. an appreciation of the languages and cultures of others
D. the development of new interests and ideas
13. Which one of the following is the best evaluation of the opinion reflected in this
statement: “Social involvement is less important than academic performance.”
A. It is true that academic performance should be a student’s top priority.
B. Both social involvement and academic performance are desired outcomes.
C. A well-rounded student will have an active social life.
D. There could be many other reasons for coming to college besides these two.
14. The graduation ceremony is called “commencement” because it signals the beginning
of the rest of your life. What inference can you make about this?
A. College is a waste of time because most learning will occur after graduation.
B. Students should not have to go to graduate school if they can learn on the job.
C. Your major may not prepare you for the challenges ahead.
D. Learning is a lifelong process and involves more than a college degree.
15. What do self-assessment, setting goals, choosing a major, and getting involved in
campus life all have in common?
A. They are different processes that are not related.
B. They are essential career skills.
C. They all help you take control of your college experience.
D. Their application is primarily related to campus life.
Items 16-20, Essay: Write a brief but thorough answer to each question.
16. Chapter 1 explains four things you can do to become an active, confident learner.
Choose one of these methods and explain how you are applying it to improve your
performance as a college student.
17. Based on Gardner’s multiple intelligences theory, write a scenario about a college
student—either yourself or someone you know. Your scenario should demonstrate
how the student draws on one or more of Gardner’s intelligences while studying,
interacting in the classroom, or making decisions about courses or majors.
18. Chapter 1 focuses on the trait of flexibility as being essential to success in college and
life. To what extent do you consider yourself a flexible person? Why or why not?
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19. Chapter 1 is all about gaining confidence in your ability to succeed in college.
Consider the various topics covered in the chapter such as building a support network,
embracing diversity, civility and teamwork, getting involved in campus life and so
on. Evaluate your strengths and weaknesses in one or more of these areas and explain
what makes you most confident about your academic future.
20. Analyze why diversity is an important issue. For example, what is the value of having
diverse students in the classroom who can share their experiences and perspectives?
What is one aspect of diversity that is often overlooked?
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