Resume Vocabulary

Who would make the best reference on a resume?

• Your BFF
• Your girl/boyfriend
• Your teacher
• A parent

Which voice would you write your resume or cover letter in? Why?

• Active voice because it sounds angry
• Passive voice because it sounds weak
• Active voice because it expresses energy and command
• Passive voice because it expresses energy and command

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Which is NOT a reason to write a thank you letter?

• To stress interest in the position
• To introduce yourself
• To remind the interviewer of your qualifications
• To thank the interviewer

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What is NOT usually included in a resume?

• Contact info
• Work history
• Schools attended 
• Who our friends are

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Where is the objective usually found on the resume?

• At or near the top
• In the education section
• In our work history section
• In our thank you letter

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A cover letter is ______.

• A letter sent to provide more information about the applicant
• A folder that goes around the resume
• A thank you letter that assumes we'll be hired
• A cute picture to draw interest

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The definition of relevant is _____. 

• Serious
• Polite
• Having significant importance
• Humorous

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A meeting between a job applicant and an employer to discuss a job and the applicant's qualifications is called an _____________.

• Friendship
• Objective
• Resume
• Interview

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GPA stands for _________.

• Gains Per Annum
• Grade Point Average
• Graded Projects and Assignments

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Which of the following is NOT an example of extracurricular activities?

• Math Class
• Basketball
• Teen Court
• Volunteering at the Humane Society

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