SkillsUSA Knowledge Practice Test

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SkillsUSA Knowledge Practice Test A skill that you learn to preform through training is called a ____. - ANS - task What are the initials used to identify the social security deduction on an employe... e's check stub? - ANS - FICA According to Robert's Rule of Order, what does it mean when someone says "division"? - ANS - They want to vote again on the motion. What is a majority vote? - ANS - One-half of the vote cast, plus one. A worker who demonstrates a desire to learn and who is eager and zealous is said to have _____. - ANS - enthusiasm According to the leadership handbook, when setting formal table service, where does the dessert fork go? - ANS - Above the dinner plate and below the dessert spoon Since first impressions are often formed by appearance, a professional appearance shows that you _______. - ANS - respect yourself A ____________ is a generic name for an organized group of people who work together to promote excellence in their chosen field. - ANS - Professional Association What type of motion would be used to stop debate and go to an immediate vote? - ANS - Previous Question Motion What is an organized association of workers committed to the advancement of a specified profession or trade? - ANS - Labor Union According to the Leadership Handbook, when setting a formal table service, where does he soup spoon go? - ANS - To the right of the teaspoon. How many standing committees reflect the SkillsUSA Program of Work? - ANS - 7 An opportunity for a business to display materials, equipment, and services about their company is called a: - ANS - Trade Show SkillsUSA was not the first national organization of trade and industrial education students. What was the name of its 1920's predecessor? - ANS - Future Craftsmen of America What does the acronym PIM represent? - ANS - Personal Information Management system Applying rules and principles to a new situation and determining which conclusions are correct when given a set of facts and a set of conclusions is called _______. - ANS - reasoning What is the type of move that is a transfer to a different department or another classification in the same pay grade? - ANS - lateral move According to the model local constitution in the Leadership Handbook, what fraction of the membership is needed to approve a chapter constitutional amendment? - ANS - two-thirds Which SkillsUSA member service would you use to post your resume online? - ANS - SkillsUSA Employment Network Personal growth, safety and teacher recruitment are part of the: - ANS - National Program of Work A desire to achieve, a feeling of self-worth or pleasure for having done a good job is called a(n) _________. - ANS - internal motivator Some people learn best in a step-by-step manner and remember information that they consider practical. What is the PDP description of this kind of learning? - ANS - Structural Style Encouragement from others, a promise of money or a gift, or fear of punishment is called a(n) _______. - ANS - external motivator How many times may a member speak in a debate on a debatable motion in the absence of special rules? - ANS - 2 The word "parliamentary" comes from the french word "parler" which means what? - ANS - to speak Who presents a description of the colors during the emblem ceremony? - ANS - The Optional Officer In family-style dinners, the salt & pepper should be passed _____. - ANS - Together When finished with your meal, your napkin should be placed loosely, but not folded, where? - ANS - in its original position by the plate One of the optional officers is the Chaplain. This person would be called upon to ask a special blessing at the beginning of a formal meeting called a(n) ________. - ANS - invocation What statement is made by a member when that member believes it is time to vote on a motion? - ANS - Call the Question Of the 3, which motion has the highest precedence: main motion, amendment, adjourn? - ANS - adjourn Social etiquette dictates that when a woman or man enters the room and approaches a man who is seated, the seated man should _____. - ANS - stand. You have been introduced to a person and have forgotten his name. What should you do? - ANS - Ask his name again. The number of members that must be present for a business meeting to be conduced legally is called what? - ANS - quorum ______ is the legal right to sell a company's goods and services in a particular area. - ANS - Franchise ______ is the term for a settlement of differences between opposing sides in which each makes a concession. - ANS - compromise The first item on the agenda of a meeting is: - ANS - Call to Order A main motion requires someone to introduce or make the motion and someone else who agrees to ______________. - ANS - Second the Motion What do you call permission to speak to the group? - ANS - To have the floor According to policy in the Leadership Handbook, what is the deadline for dues to reach national headquarters? - ANS - March 1 When you have finished eating, where do you place your utensils to signal the wait staff? - ANS - At the 10 and 2 o'clock position on the plate What is required after a motion has been made before it can be discussed? - ANS - A "Second" Of all the SkillsUSA contests held, in which contest can a member compete in black jeans? - ANS - None An employee who adjusts to changes in schedules or job assignments is said to be ______. - ANS - flexible What would you have tied if you used a four-in-hand knot? - ANS - neck tie If a member raises a "point of order," what are they trying to correct? - ANS - An error in procedure What SkillsUSA training program offers important information to teachers and students at the National Leadership & Skills Conference? - ANS - SkillsUSA University How many negative behaviors are there to cope with stress? - ANS - 6 Name two types of listening skills. - ANS - Active and Passive [Show More]

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