Cedar Park's Academic UIL: Exploring East Asia and Student Achievements

The video highlights the success of Cedar Park's academic UIL teams, focusing on the Social Studies UIL team, which recently won an invitational. The current topic is East Asia, and students are preparing through extensive research and practice. Senior Erin Barry shares her experience and the benefits of participating in UIL. Despite the opportunities, participation in academic UILs is low compared to arts and sports. The video encourages students to join and provides contact information for those interested.

What recent achievement did the Cedar Park Social Studies UIL team accomplish?

• They secured a victory at the Round Rock Invitational.

• They published a research paper.

• They won a national championship.

• They hosted a successful UIL event.

What is the main topic for this year's Social Studies UIL competition?

• East Asia

• The Soviet Union

• The Civil Rights Movement

• The Industrial Revolution

What type of questions are included in the Social Studies UIL competition?

• True or False

• Short answer

• Fill in the blanks

• Multiple choice and essay

How long is the timeline used by the Social Studies UIL team to study Korean history?

• 30 feet

• 20 feet

• 40 feet

• 10 feet

What has Erin Barry gained from her participation in the UIL program?

• A scholarship for college

• A deeper understanding of different cultures

• An opportunity to meet celebrities

• A chance to travel abroad

What is one of the main challenges faced by academic UILs according to Mr. Marsh?

• Lack of funding

• Low participation

• Insufficient resources

• Limited competition topics

Which of the following is NOT a type of UIL competition mentioned?

• Science

• Math

• Accounting

• History

What is the focus of the 'current issues and events' competition in UIL?

• Scientific discoveries

• News and current events

• Mathematical theories

• Historical events

Who should students contact if they have questions about Social Studies UIL?

• Mrs. Martin

• Mrs. Trueblood

• Mr. Marsh

• Mrs. Axt

Where can students find more information about academic UIL?

• On the school website

• In the library

• At the local community center

• In their English Google Classrooms