Minimum Wage

What is the current federal minimum wage?

• $8.50 per hour

• $7.50 per hour

• $6.75 per hour

• $7.25 per hour

• $9 per hour

What form(s) of transportation do Morgan and Alex use to get around?

• public transportation

• foot

• luxury automobile

• private jet

Why was minimum wage created?

• So small businesses could be successful.

• To help the government.

• To ensure the average worker can meet their most basic needs

• To help retired couples

Where did Morgan and Alex go for 30 days?

• Columbus, Ohio

• Camden, New Jersey

• Oxnard, California

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

Where do many minimum wage earners go to get a job?

• McDonalds

• Temp agencies

• Starbucks

• Newspaper

What was the unexpected problem that Morgan and Alex had in the documentary?

• Rent

• Transportation

• Entertainment costs

• Health (medical bills)

• Food

Which adjective does NOT describe Alex and Morgan's living conditions?

• Cold

• Ant infested

• Uncomfotable

• Luxurious

• Dangerous

Which of the following traits is NOT highly desirable to employers?

• Reliability

• Honesty

• Integrity

• Cooperation

• Laziness

What is the most realistic way to avoid the many difficulties of a life earning minimum wage?

• Further your formal education to make yourself highly employable

• Earn a starting position on the Los Angeles Lakers

• Become Instagram famous

• Win the lottery

• Find buried treasure in your backyard

Which of the following skills is likely LEAST valued by an employer.

• Computer literacy

• Proficient writing skills

• Proficient reading skills

• Proficient math skills

• Proficient texting skills