Question 1

In relation to résumés,objectives ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   are required on all résumés
B)   should never appear on résumés
C)   must be vague and general enough to apply to a wide range of positions
D)   should clearly express what you want to get from the employer
E)   must directly and concisely state what you can do for the companyF) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

Analyzing your own career interests and goals will limit your employment opportunities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Describe the significance of your appearance during a job interview.

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When you present yourself for an intervi...

Question 4

A functional résumé is a traditional format that organizes the content in sequential order,starting with the most recent and working backward.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Internships and summer jobs do not accurately portray a potential career opportunity in a particular field.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When asked about your greatest weakness,you should ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   never offer a real weakness
B)   frame a strength to sound like a weakness
C)   suggest that you work too hard or that you're a perfectionist
D)   mention a real weakness and how you are trying to improve it
E)   decline answering the questionF) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

________ interviews require applicants to perform under work-based conditions.

Accepted Answer

A)   Traditional one-on-one
B)   Telephone
C)   Panel
D)   Action
E)   VirtualF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 8

You should wait for at least 48 hours after an interview to send a thank-you message expressing your gratitude for the interviewer's time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Discuss ways to ensure you present a professional image in a Skype interview.

Accepted Answer

To ensure you present a professional ima...

Question 10

The chronological résumé format ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   emphasizes work experience
B)   emphasizes skills
C)   emphasizes professional contacts
D)   is the most appropriate for those applicants who have limited work experience related to the position
E)   is most appropriate for those students who are about to start their careerF) C) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 11

You should analyze a job advertisement for the keywords that outline the job requirements so that you can demonstrate in your cover letter how you exemplify them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

How you communicate your knowledge and skills through your professional brand will determine your job opportunities,but your continued success throughout your career.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

If interviewing at a company where business casual is the dress code,you can safely assume you don't need to wear formal business attire for the interview.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

How can you continuously improve skills until you achieve employment success?

Accepted Answer

A)   Through ongoing evaluation
B)   By continuing to emphasize strengths
C)   By managing the employment search
D)   By analyzing your career goals
E)   By managing your social media contentF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 15

Generally,the work experience section of your résumé should include ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   detailed bullet points describing duties at all prior jobs
B)   supervisors' information
C)   salary information
D)   reasons for leaving past employment
E)   related internship experiencesF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

A ________ interview brings together several job candidates who are interviewed at the same time.This type of interview can use the standard Q&A format,or they can be project-based action interviews.

Accepted Answer

A)   group
B)   telephone
C)   panel
D)   one-on-one
E)   career fairF) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 17

The chronological résumé ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   is a nontraditional format
B)   lists content in sequential order, starting with the oldest and working forward
C)   highlights education and work experience as the primary assets of the applicant
D)   is more appropriate for those applicants who have limited work experience related to the position
E)   emphasizes the skills that qualify an applicant for the positionF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following is one of the ways recommended to build your personal brand?

Accepted Answer

A)   Have your email templates designed by a professional designer to make it look attractive.
B)   Include a signature block in your email to provide educational qualifications and family details.
C)   Choose an email address that represents your name, phone number, and date of birth.
D)   Wait for 24 hours before returning calls and emails so as not to appear too eager.
E)   Avoid distracting background music or cute sayings in your voice mail greeting.F) A) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 19

Which of the following statements is most likely to be true about identifying your weaknesses?

Accepted Answer

A)   Identifying your weaknesses helps you identify your sellable qualities.
B)   Being aware of your weaknesses has no benefits.
C)   Knowing your weaknesses helps you identify areas for improvement.
D)   Recognizing your weaknesses helps you in identifying an appropriate job location for you.
E)   Recognizing your weaknesses is counterproductive and wastes time.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

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