School Vocabulary and Expressions Practice Test 9 Flashcards

What is a 'dean's list'?

Answer: A list of students with high academic achievement

The dean's list is an academic honor roll that recognizes students who have earned a high GPA during a semester or academic year.

What does it mean to 'enroll' in a course?

Answer: To officially register and sign up for a class

To enroll means to officially register for a course or program, making you a participant in that class.

A 'prerequisite' for a course is:

Answer: A class or condition that must be completed before taking a certain course

A prerequisite is a course or requirement that must be fulfilled before a student is allowed to register for a more advanced class.

What is 'office hours' in an academic setting?

Answer: Time set aside by a teacher or professor for students to ask questions or seek help

Office hours are scheduled times when an instructor is available in their office to meet with students for questions, guidance, or feedback.

What does 'extracurricular' refer to?

Answer: Activities done outside of regular class time, such as clubs or sports

Extracurricular activities are those that take place outside the standard academic curriculum, like joining a debate club, playing on a sports team, or participating in student government.

When a student is said to be 'auditing' a class, it means they are:

Answer: Attending the class without receiving credit or a grade

Auditing a class means attending lectures and participating without being formally graded or earning academic credit for the course.