WBL Employment Skills Quiz

An objective statement is a required component of a resume.

• True

• False

The use of excessive and bright colors on a resume is unacceptable.

• True

• False

A cover letter is a restatement of your resume.

• True

• False

When working on an application for employment, it is always important to proofread.

• True

• False

Select all that apply: Which forms of contact information should be included at the top of your resume?

• Address of your school

• Address of your home

• Your cell phone or home phone number

• Your email address

• Your social media handles

When writing a resume, oldest experiences should be listed out first (at the top) in each section.

• True

• False

The airplane in the STACK method encourages you to ask about someone's interesting travels.

• True

• False

A firm handshake is key to a successful first impression.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a good tip for writing resumes?

• Use appropriate colors

• Develop a "theme" throughout the resume

• Use a Microsoft Word template

• None of the above—these are all good tips

Select all that apply: Which of the following would be a good reference if I am applying for a job at a vet clinic, assuming they all agreed and that I have a positive relationship with each of these individuals?

• Previous pet store employer

• Previous high school science teacher

• Family member who is a vet nearby

• A college friend who is studying to become a vet

• Volunteer supervisor