"Basically we make up a test with questions that are very specific
to knowledge or talents each youth have, say 3-4 questions per youth.
When we are ready, we pass it out and maybe tell them we just want to
get an idea of where everyone is knowledge-wise as we start the year
off, and maybe give them 30 seconds to look over it before we start.
After they realize there is a LOT they won't be able to answer, we give
them a final instruction just before they start - that they can work on
it as a group, and have the person they get the answer from sign next
to the question.
A great opportunity to see the variety of talents in the group, and help them value the knowledge they each and personally have.
For instance...
How many years does it take for a lemon tree to produce fruit if the tree is grown from a seed?
What is the basic rhythm of the tango?
Approximately how many days can a person survive without food?
Recite the poem...
Recite the scripture Abraham 3:22-23 (I know some still remember that!).
Draw out a C chord for the guitar.
What notes are played on the piano for a (some tougher piano chord)?
In Lord of the Rings, .....
Sing a solo of your choice.
Some great math questions for [the math whizzes]."
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