Lesson T4.2.1

T4.2.1 Managing risk Quiz: KS3 Citizenship, Unit 4

20 questions

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Lesson T4.2.1, Managing risk: 20 multiple choice questions for the KS3 Citizenship (National Curriculum), Unit 4: Money and risk, written with Revision Ninja.

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The 20 questions

  1. What does the term 'risk' describe in financial decision-making?

    • Potential harm
    • Fixed cost
    • Guaranteed profit
    • Certain outcome
  2. Which strategy involves completely stopping a hazardous activity to avoid harm?

    • Risk reduction
    • Risk avoidance
    • Risk transfer
    • Risk sharing
  3. What financial product transfers the risk of loss to a company?

    • Savings account
    • Overdraft facility
    • Government bond
    • Insurance policy
  4. What name is given to the regular payment made for insurance cover?

    • Interest
    • Premium
    • Dividend
    • Excess
  5. What is the upfront sum paid by the policyholder during an insurance claim?

    • Excess
    • Payout
    • Deposit
    • Premium
  6. Which insurance type covers belongings against theft or fire damage?

    • Life insurance
    • Contents insurance
    • Travel insurance
    • Health insurance
  7. Which device helps reduce fire risk in the home?

    • Door lock
    • Light bulb
    • Water tap
    • Smoke alarm
  8. Which safety equipment reduces head injury risks while cycling?

    • Hi-vis jacket
    • Reflective band
    • Knee pad
    • Cycle helmet
  9. What process identifies hazards and decides how to control them safely?

    • Bank audit
    • Risk assessment
    • Credit check
    • Budget planning
  10. Which action is an example of transferring financial risk?

    • Spending less
    • Saving cash
    • Buying insurance
    • Avoiding travel
  11. Why do people sometimes choose to take calculated risks?

    • Fixed returns
    • Guaranteed safety
    • Zero cost
    • Potential rewards
  12. What term describes the possibility of losing money on an investment?

    • Disposable income
    • Financial risk
    • Net profit
    • Credit score
  13. What is the main benefit of spreading savings across different investments?

    • Guaranteed wealth
    • Risk reduction
    • Tax avoidance
    • Higher inflation
  14. What type of fund provides a regular income after stopping work?

    • Overdraft
    • Student loan
    • Mortgage
    • Pension
  15. Why is it beneficial to start saving for a pension at a young age?

    • Immediate tax relief
    • Higher inflation rates
    • Compound interest growth
    • Guaranteed zero risk
  16. What financial term describes borrowed money that must be paid back with interest?

    • Assets
    • Credit
    • Dividends
    • Equity
  17. What is a major risk associated with taking on debt?

    • Guaranteed asset growth
    • Automatic tax cuts
    • Immediate wage rises
    • Accumulating high interest
  18. Which event poses a major everyday risk to personal household finances?

    • Lower council tax
    • Decreased energy bills
    • Loss of income
    • Receiving a bonus
  19. Why do lenders check a borrower's ability to repay before approving a loan?

    • Reduce default risk
    • Increase interest rates
    • Speed up approval
    • Encourage borrowing
  20. What is the most effective way to manage the financial risk of unexpected costs?

    • Maxed credit cards
    • Emergency savings fund
    • Higher impulse spending
    • Avoiding all insurance

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