1. True or false? The Foundation Center (www.foundationcenter.org) is a primary source of information for private foundation grant opportunities.
Answers:
• False
• True
2. Ture or false? Although federal grant reviewers may use scoring rubrics, the review process is subjective.
Answers:
• False
• True
3. True or False? The number and amount of grants awarded by corporate foundations varies with the profits earned by the company.
Answers:
• True
• False
4. What is the best way to format a proposal?
Answers:
• Any way that
demonstrates creativity and good writing
• According to the guidelines, using identical headings in the
same order as they appear in the Request for Proposals
• Any way that
makes the proposal easy to read
• Any way that
will allow you to make the most of page limitations
5. By law what percentage of the value of a foundation's assets must be donated to charitable causes?
Answers:
• 3%
• 5%
• 2%
• 8%
6. If a Request for Proposals requires a preliminary and final proposal, what is the main purpose of the preliminary proposal?
Answers:
• To alert the
funder as to how many final proposals to expect
• To help the
funder identify subject matter experts for the review panel
• To give the
funder an estimate of how much money is being requested
• To reduce the number of applicants for the final submission
7. What is the major reason foundation propoals are rejected?
Answers:
• The project does
not match the foundation's priorities
• The evaluation
plan is not algined with the objectives
• The foundation doesn't have enough funding for every request
• The grant seeker
did not follow the proposal guidelines correctly
8. To apply for a federal grant, faith-based organizations must follow what process?
Answers:
• Faith-based organizations are required to separate their
religious activities from their secular social activities.
• Faith-based
organizations follow the same process as other nonprofit organizations.
• Faith-based
organizations are not allowed to apply for federal grants.
• Faith-based
organizations must partner with a secular non-profit organization in order to
apply for a grant.
9. True or False? It takes less planning to write a preliminary proposal than a final one.
Answers:
• True
• False
10. If a subcontract is awarded, what organization is responsible for the subcontractor's work?
Answers:
• The
subcontractor
• The organization that received the grant
• The funding
agency
11. True or False? If a university grant proposal includes human subjects, the Institutional Review Board must provide approval before the project begins.
Answers:
• True
• False
12. When a Principal Investigator considers potential people with whom to collaborate, what attribute would be LEAST important?
Answers:
• Individuals who
add to but not duplicate the Principal Investigator's expertise
• Individuals who
have the time to commit
• An impressive list of publications
• Individuals who
are willing to agree to disagree
13. Under what circumstances is it NOT appropriate to contact a program officer?
Answers:
• To request a
conference call to discuss a project idea
• To seek
clarification of proposal guidelines
• To request
feedback on a one-page project concept paper
• To ask if a funding decision has been made
14. What is the policy for multiple submissions of grant proposals?
Answers:
• Multiple
submissions require permission from the first funding agency.
• Similar to
journal article submissions, a grant must be accepted or rejected before the
proposal may be submitted to another agency.
• Multiple
submissions are frowned upon because they indicate money chasing.
• Multiple submissions are allowed and are considered a sign
of commitment on the part of the grant seeker
15. How many grant funding programs does the federal government offer?
Answers:
• 500-1000
• 1500-2000
• 1000-1500
• 2000-2500
16. True or False? Several Principal Investigators can share responsibility for implementation of a grant.
Answers:
• False
• True
17. The greatest percentage of foundation awards go toward which type of support?
Answers:
• Program support
• Research
• General support
• Capital support
18. Which of these is the LEAST likely outcome for a federal grant proposal?
Answers:
• Rejected with
reviewer's comments
• Rejected without reviewer's comments
• Accepted with
budget modifications
• Accepted at the
requested level of funding
19. A seperate indirect cost rate agreement must be negotiated with each federal agency at the time of grant submission.
Answers:
• True
• False
20. Which of these strategies should a grant writer NOT use to maximize space in a grant proposal?
Answers:
• Include bulleted
lists
• Include acronyms
• Create tables
• Insert charts
21. There should be a direct link between the objectives and which other section of the proposal?
Answers:
• Abstract
• Dissemination
• Budget
• Evaluation
22. Which of these expenses would NOT be considered indirect costs?
Answers:
• Consultant fees
• Rent
• Utilities
• Equipment rental
23. If the quantitative part of the evaluation indicates if the project is meeting its objectives, what role does the qualitative part play?
Answers:
• It provides
feedback on how well the project is following its timeline.
• It provides an
explanation of the data collected for the quantitative part.
• It provides
feedback on how well the project staff are performing their roles.
• It provides feedback on what effect(s) the program is having
on participants.
24. Which of the following is true about foundations?
Answers:
• Most foundations
are large and award small grants.
• Most foundations
are small and award large grants.
• Most foundations
are large and award large grants.
• Most foundations are small and award small grants.
25. What is the first step in developing a grant proposal?
Answers:
• Developing a
draft budget
• Contacting
potential collaborators
• Planning the project
• Researching
potential funders
26. Which of these is the BEST idea for asking an outside reviewer to review the grant proposal before submission?
Answers:
• To pose
questions
• To see if
anything was left out
• To see if the
budget seems realistic
• To read the narrative with "fresh eyes"
27. Which of these words of advice is NOT appropriate for use of statistics in the needs section of the proposal?
Answers:
• Make sure the
data used is relevant to the project need.
• Think large. The more global the data, the better.
• Think small. The
more local the data, the better.
• Use the most
up-to-date statistics you can find.
28. True or False? Matching requirements for budgets never exceed 50%.
Answers:
• False
• True
29. Is it better to use "will" or "would" when writing a proposal?
Answers:
• Writers should
use a combination of "will' and "would" in their proposals.
• "Will" because it implies commitment and confidence
•
"Would" because it is less presumptuous and the grant award has not
been made
30. Which of these statements about abstracts is NOT true?
Answers:
• Abstracts are the last written and least important part of a
grant proposal.
• Abstracts are
often used to route proposals to appropriate reviewers.
• Abstracts should
be written for specialists as well as generalists.
• Abstracts of
funded projects are often posted on funder web sites.
31. Which of these is NOT considered a permissible method to deliver a paper copy of a grant application?
Answers:
• In person
• Faxed copy
• Overnight mail
• United States
Postal Service
32. What is the purpose of a letter of intent to a foundation?
Answers:
• To help the foundation determine if it would like to invite
the applicant to submit a full proposal.
• To solicit
feedback from the funder on the project
• To alert the
foundation that a proposal is being developed
• To introduce the
applicant to the foundation
33. Some deadlines for federal grants are as few as how many days?
Answers:
• 30
• 90
• 60
• 45
34. In collaborative grant funded projects involving several organizations, how are contracts awarded?
Answers:
• Each
organization receives a separate award from the funder and reports directly to
the funder.
• Each
organization receives a separate award from the funder but reports to the lead
organization.
• (None of these)
• The lead organization receives the award from the funder and
then subcontracts with the other organizations for their portion of the work.
35. Which of these would NOT be found in a needs statement?
Answers:
• Literature review
• Statistical data
• Research
• Stories that
illustrate the need addressed
36. What is the best way to describe objectives?
Answers:
• Narrow and
focused
• Clear and
concise
• Specific and measurable
37. Which of the following can greatly enhance an applicant's chances of being awarded a foundation grant but is less important when applying for government grants?
Answers:
• A well written
proposal
• Personal and professional connections
• A history of
grant funding
• An accurate
budget
38. "True or False?" Some reviewers only read the project abstract.
Answers:
• False
• True
39. For what length of time do reviewers of federal grants serve on panels?
Answers:
• 3 years
• 1 year
• It varies, depending upon the agency
• For one grant
cycle only
40. Which of these BEST characterizes grant writing style?
Answers:
• Short and to the
point
• Clear and concise
• Intellectual and
readable
• Long
explanations
41. What is the source of funding for most state grants?
Answers:
• State
universities
• Federal flow-through funds
• State officials
• State
legislature
42. Which of these is an example of a well-written objective?
Answers:
• Summer
institutes will be held each year to attract female high school students to
engage in engineering activities.
• The percentage
of female students at Syracuse University majoring in engineering will
increase.
• By the end of the three-year project, the percentage of
female students at Syracuse University majoring in engineering will increase by
5%.
• To support
female students interested in engineering, a mentoring program will be
developed and implemented.
43. Is it better to use active or passive voice when writing a grant proposal?
Answers:
• Active voice
• Passive voice
• A combination of
active and passive voices for variety
44. Which statements are true about letters of support?
Answers:
• Should praise the
funder
• Should describe commitments of partners
• Should be
general in nature
• May be signed by
anyone in the organization
45. Which of these strategies would NOT increase the chances of a Principal Investigator's federal grant being funded?
Answers:
• Having a
conference call with a program officer
• Reading
proposals that have been funded
• Calling his/her Congressional representatives and asking
them to put in a good word for him/her
• Reviewing
abstracts of funded proposals
46. In a three-year project, plans for sustainability should begin during which year?
Answers:
• Year 1
• Year 2
• Year 3
47. Which of the following would NOT be an example of eligibility criteria for an education-related grant?
Answers:
• District poverty
rate
• Number of grant awarded to the district in the past
• District dropout
rate
• District
achievement test scores
48. If a grant proposal is rejected, what should be your next step?
Answers:
• Convene a project team meeting, make revisions suggested by
reviewers and resubmit to the same agency
• Start from
scratch with a new idea
• Send the
proposal to another agency
• Wait a year and
try again
49. True or False? Because the National Institutes of Health (NIH) uses a modular budget approach for grants totaling $250,000 or less, it is not necessary to develop a detailed budget.
Answers:
• True
• False
50. While there can be only one Principal Investigator of a project, how many co-Principal Investigators may be included on a grant proposal?
Answers:
• 3
• 2
• As many as can be justified in their roles and
qualifications to accomplish the objectives of the project.
• 4
51. True or False? Exceeding the page limitations for a grant proposal may result in it not being reviewed.
Answers:
• False
• True
52. How does the peer review process for federal grants work?
Answers:
• Each reviewer
reads and assign scores to proposal sections using the selection criteria. The
program officer adds the totals together and ranks the proposals.
• Each reviewer
reads the proposals but does not assign scores. The review panel then meets to
discuss the proposals and collectively assigns scores. Then the proposals are
ranked.
• Each reviewer reads and assigns scores to proposal sections
using the selection criteria. Then the review panel meets to discuss the
proposals, reach consensus and rank the proposals .
53. True or False? Many private foundations do not issue Requests for Proposals.
Answers:
• True
• False
54. Which of the following is NOT true of pilot projects?
Answers:
• Pilot projects
can provide valuable data to support future grant efforts.
• Funding for pilot projects is less competitive than for
larger projects.
• Pilot projects
are smaller and less complex than larger grants.
• Pilot projects
help establish a "track record" for the applicant.
55. Who are the primary reviewers of federal grant proposals?
Answers:
• Congressional
members
• Program officers
• Department staff
members
• Peers who are experts in their fields
56. Which of these strategies can grant applicants use when the indirect rate allowed by the funder is smaller than its federally negotiated indirect rate?
Answers:
• Ignore the
allowable indirect rate
• Cost share the difference between the funder's fixed rate
and the agency's indirect rate, if allowed
• Accept the lower
indirect rate now but try to negotiate it to be higher if the grant is awarded
• (None of these)
57. Which of these parts would be found in program proposals but not research proposals?
Answers:
• Specific Aims
• (None of these)
• Hypothesis
• Research Design
58. Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of a grant writer?
Answers:
• Writing annual progress reports after the project is funded.
• Contacting
potential collaborators
• Convening
planning meetings
• Interpreting
proposal guidelines
59. True or False? Through its eGrants program, the federal government allows electronic submission of grant applications but foundations still require paper submissions.
Answers:
• False
• True
60. Which of the following statements about external evaluations is NOT true?
Answers:
• An external
evaluation is generally more expensive.
• An external
evaluation is generally more objective.
• An external evaluation generally takes longer than an
internal one.
• An external
evaluation requires more coordination.
61. Which of these statements about collaboration is NOT true?
Answers:
• Collaboration makes the planning process go faster.
• Collaboration
requires setting aside of egos.
• Collaboration
requires development of trust.
• (All of these)
62. True or False? Because reviewers of federal grant proposals use scoring rubrics, the grant review process is very objective.
Answers:
• True
• False
63. Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of the Principal Investigator?
Answers:
• To provide
fiscal responsibility
• To provide
direction for the project
• To conduct the project evaluation.
• To provide
accountability for conduct of the project
64. Which of these statements is NOT true about budgets?
Answers:
• Include both
direct and indirect costs
• Figures can be rounded to the nearest dollar in most budgets.
• Reflect cost
sharing information, if required
• Tell the same
story as the narrative, only in financial terms
65. When should an external evaluator be brought into the grant writing process?
Answers:
• When a first
draft of the narrative has been written
• When the goals
and objectives have been determined.
• At the beginning of the planning process
• When the
narrative has been finalized
66. Which of these would NOT be included in a proposal timeline?
Answers:
• Date
• Responsible
individual or organization
• Action steps
• Objectives
67. Which of the following items is generally NOT an allowable expense for federal grants?
Answers:
• Equipment
• Travel
• Fringe benefits
• Building renovation
68. How long is the typical review period for a federal grant proposal?
Answers:
• 3-6 months
• 9-12 months
• 12-15 months
• 6-9 months
69. Which information is NOT usually found in an agency's Request for Proposals?
Answers:
• Number of awards
to be made
• Deadline
• Eligibility
criteria
• Funder's mission
70. Which of these is NOT true about a formative evaluation?
Answers:
• It helps
identify strengths and weaknesses.
• It gives
feedback on how well the process is working.
• It indicates whether the project achieved its objectives.
• It charts
progress of the project.
71. Which of the following statements concerning indirect rates is NOT true?
Answers:
• Some funders
restrict indirect rates to a certain percentage of the budget.
• Some foundations
do not publically state their indirect rates.
• Some funders do
not allow indirect costs.
• Agencies set their own indirect rates.
72. Which of the following is an example of a well written goal?
Answers:
• The Healthy
People project will identify all homeless individuals in three Alabama counties
during Year 1 of the project.
• The Healthy People
project will register 500 homeless individuals in the Affordable Healthcare
program during each year of the 3-year project.
• The Healthy People project seeks to improve the health of
homeless individuals in three Alabama counties.
• The Healthy
People project seeks to improve the health of homeless individuals.
73. Which of these factors should first be considered when searching for potential foundation funding?
Answers:
• Common goals
• Number and
amounts of awards given annually
• Geographic area
• Eligibility
requirements
74. Which of these is an example of a well-written goal?
Answers:
• This project
will increase reading proficiency among English as a Second Language learners
by 10% each year.
• This project
will assess literacy progress of participants on a quarterly basis.
• This project
will provide literacy tutoring to at least 100 English as a Second Language
learners in Largo.
• This project will improve literacy among English as a Second
Language learners in the Largo community.
75. What is the primary purpose of dissemination?
Answers:
• Innovation
• Replication
• Education
• Duplication
76. Where can the full text for Requests for Proposals issued by federal agencies always be found?
Answers:
• www.grants.gov
• Congressional
Record
• Agency web site
• Federal Register
77. Which of the following would NOT qualify as an in-kind contribution in a grant proposal budget?
Answers:
• Donated supplies
• Staff time
• Office space
• Volunteer hours
78. True or False? All projects should have both formative and summative evaluations.
Answers:
• True
• False
79. What is an abstract?
Answers:
• A one-page mini-proposal
• A general
summary of the grant proposal
• The first two
paragraphs of the narrative introduction.
• A concept paper
80. In terms of writing style, a grant proposal most closely resembles which of these?
Answers:
• An academic
essay
• A research
journal article
• A journalism article
• A government
document
81. Which of these strategies would NOT be considered an active dissemination strategy for a university grant?
Answers:
• Publication of research articles
• Consultation
with colleagues at similar institutions
• The addition of
a new unit to an existing course at the university
• Hosting of a
webinar for interested constituents
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