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Practical Living/Vocational Studies - Test 2



Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 1. 

All of the following are important characteristics of a leader except the ability to
a.
delegate duties.
c.
make decisions.
b.
listen well.
d.
control others.
 

 2. 

The first step to control bleeding is
a.
check for breathing and pulse rate.
c.
apply gentle but constant pressure
to the pressure point.
b.
apply a tourniquet above the
wound.
d.
cover the wound with a bandage
and apply direct pressure.
 

 3. 

The purpose of sewage plants, septic tanks, and cesspools is to
a.
convert trash into methane for
energy.
c.
treat biodegradable wastes.
b.
recycle plastics and other petroleum products.
d.
filter particles of exhaust gases.
 

 4. 

Which is not a basic principle of catching?
a.
Your body should be in the path
of the thrown object.
c.
You should concentrate on the
object to be caught.
b.
Your arms, hands, and shoulders
should be stiff.
d.
You should put your hands in a
triangle position.
 

 5. 

When setting goals, which of the following is not appropriate?
a.
determining where you are now
c.
identifying others who can help
you
b.
determining where you want to
be
d.
giving yourself unlimited time
 

 6. 

What is the best way to handle a potential confrontation with an angry friend?
a.
distract him with humor
c.
communicate in a calm manner
b.
stand your ground
d.
express your annoyance
 

 7. 

When selecting a career, it is important to research future trends in occupational fields of interest to you.

The main reason for this is to
a.
learn how many others have the
same interests as you.
c.
find out which fields will pay the
most.
b.
select a field that will have a
demand for workers.
d.
learn about current job openings.
 

 8. 

When asking a potential employer to consider you for a specific job, you send a letter of
a.
recommendation.
c.
intent.
b.
application.
d.
inquiry.
 

Essay
 

 9. 

Driver’s Permit
In 1996, a Kentucky law was passed that requires drivers-in-training to have a sixmonth permit and be accompanied by a licensed driver over 21 years old. The law also prohibits driving between the hours of midnight and 6:00 A.M. except under special circumstances.

Explain three different reasons why this law was passed.
 

 10. 

Computer Tools for the Yearbook
Chris has been named business manager for the school yearbook. His responsibilities include corresponding with outside companies, keeping records of sales, maintaining the budget, and promoting sales of the yearbook.

a. Identify two software applications or computer tools other than hardware that could assist Chris in fulfilling some of his responsibilities as business manager.

b. Explain how each application or computer tool could be used.
 



 
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