Half Yearly Revision

Question 1

What is employment?

Answer 1

Employment is the state of having paid work, where a person provides services or labor in exchange for wages or a salary.

Question 2

What is full-time employment?

Answer 2

Full-time employment typically involves working around 38 hours per week on a regular, ongoing basis.

Question 3

What is part-time employment?

Answer 3

Part-time employment involves working fewer hours than full-time, but on a regular basis with similar entitlements.

Question 4

What is casual employment?

Answer 4

Casual employment offers flexible hours without guaranteed ongoing work and limited entitlements like paid leave.

Question 5

What is contract employment?

Answer 5

Contract employment involves working for a specific period or project under a legal agreement, often with set pay and terms.

Question 6

What is youth unemployment?

Answer 6

Youth unemployment refers to individuals aged 15–24 who are actively seeking work but are unable to find it.

Question 7

What are current trends in youth unemployment?

Answer 7

Youth unemployment rates are generally higher than overall rates, and may spike due to economic downturns or lack of experience.

Question 8

How does youth unemployment compare to overall unemployment?

Answer 8

Youth unemployment is typically higher due to less experience, fewer skills, and education gaps.

Question 9

How can employment affect an individual?

Answer 9

It provides income, self-esteem, purpose, and social connections.

Question 10

How can unemployment affect an individual?

Answer 10

It can lead to financial stress, low self-esteem, and mental health issues.

Question 11

How can employment benefit a community?

Answer 11

It boosts economic activity, reduces crime, and supports local development.

Question 12

How can unemployment harm a community?

Answer 12

It can increase poverty, reduce spending, and lead to social issues.

Question 13

Name three important workforce skills.

Answer 13

Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Question 14

What are some barriers to youth employment?

Answer 14

Lack of experience, education, transport, and limited job availability.

Question 15

How can youth unemployment be reduced?

Answer 15

Through education, training programs, internships, and job placement support.

Question 16

What is a university pathway?

Answer 16

Tertiary education that provides degrees and qualifications for professional careers.

Question 17

What is TAFE?

Answer 17

Technical and Further Education offering vocational training for various trades and careers.

Question 18

What are private colleges?

Answer 18

Independent institutions offering specialized or vocational training, often with smaller class sizes.

Question 19

What are apprenticeships and traineeships?

Answer 19

Paid work-based training programs that combine employment with learning.

Question 20

What are entry-level jobs?

Answer 20

Basic positions requiring minimal experience, often a starting point in a career.

Question 21

What is a tax file number (TFN)?

Answer 21

A unique number issued by the ATO to track your tax and superannuation.

Question 22

What is the tax-free threshold?

Answer 22

The income level (currently $18,200) under which you don’t pay tax.

Question 23

What is Medicare?

Answer 23

Australia’s public health system that provides free or subsidized health services.

Question 24

What services does Medicare cover?

Answer 24

Doctor visits, hospital care, and some medications under the PBS.

Question 25

How does Medicare compare to private health insurance?

Answer 25

Medicare is government-funded, while private insurance offers more options and faster access but at a cost.

Question 26

What is compulsory third party insurance?

Answer 26

Insurance that covers injury or death caused to others in an accident.

Question 27

What is third party property insurance?

Answer 27

It covers damage your car causes to other people’s property.

Question 28

What is fire and theft insurance?

Answer 28

Covers damage to your car from fire or theft, plus third-party damage.

Question 29

What is comprehensive car insurance?

Answer 29

Covers your car and others for accidents, theft, fire, and more.

Question 30

What is market value in insurance?

Answer 30

The current value of your car at the time of a claim.

Question 31

What is agreed value in insurance?

Answer 31

A pre-agreed amount paid if your car is written off.

Question 32

What is an insurance premium?

Answer 32

The amount you pay for your insurance policy.

Question 33

What is excess in insurance?

Answer 33

The amount you pay out of pocket when making a claim.

Question 34

What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?

Answer 34

Mental health is overall well-being; mental illness is a diagnosed condition that affects mental functioning.

Question 35

Name some triggers for mental illness.

Answer 35

Stress, trauma, grief, bullying, and substance use.

Question 36

What strategies can help when feeling triggered?

Answer 36

Deep breathing, talking to someone, physical activity, and professional help.

Question 37

What is anxiety?

Answer 37

A feeling of worry or fear that is strong enough to interfere with daily life.

Question 38

What is depression?

Answer 38

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest.

Question 39

Signs of anxiety include...?

Answer 39

Rapid heartbeat, restlessness, panic, and trouble concentrating.

Question 40

Signs of depression include...?

Answer 40

Persistent sadness, tiredness, sleep changes, and loss of interest.

Question 41

How can anxiety affect a high school student?

Answer 41

It may cause missed classes, poor performance, and social withdrawal.

Question 42

How can depression affect a high school student?

Answer 42

It can lead to low motivation, poor grades, and feelings of hopelessness.

Question 43

How does mental illness differ in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders?

Answer 43

They experience higher rates of mental illness due to historical, social, and cultural factors.

Question 44

What biological factors contribute to mental illness?

Answer 44

Genetics, brain chemistry, and hormonal imbalances.

Question 45

What psychological factors contribute to mental illness?

Answer 45

Trauma, poor coping skills, and low self-esteem.

Question 46

What environmental factors contribute to mental illness?

Answer 46

Poverty, abuse, social isolation, and discrimination.

Question 47

What is stigma?

Answer 47

Negative attitudes and beliefs about people with mental illness.

Question 48

How does stigma affect people with mental illness?

Answer 48

It can prevent them from seeking help and lead to shame and isolation.

Question 49

How can stigma be reduced?

Answer 49

Education, open conversations, positive media, and mental health awareness campaigns.