1.01 World of Work (Exploring Careers)

Which is an example of a non-traditional career for a man?

• Day Care Worker

• Plumber

• Lawyer

• Accountant

Which lists of jobs best represents a career?

• Sales clerk, typist, construction worker

• Teacher, artist, writer

• Baseball catcher, computer programmer, dancer

• Waiter, short order cook, chef

An employee worked in the same plant for ten years. In six months, his/her department will move overseas. What world of work change has contributed to this move?

• Global economy

• Technology

• Society

• Workplace trends

Tom donates his time on weekends, feeding the homeless and reading to the elderly. These are examples of which type of work?

• Job

• Occupation

• Career

• Volunteer

Georgia is a pilot for a major airline company. She selected this job because she wanted to travel. She enjoys the variety in her schedule and likes meeting new people each day. What has Georgia's choice of jobs most affected?

• Her lifestyle

• Her career goals

• Her fringe benefits

• Her interests

Which are examples of types of work grouped by similar careers?

• Dentist and surgeon

• Receptionist and engineer

• Baker and barber

• Musician and researcher

Which is an example of a non-traditional career for a woman?

• Accountant

• Buyer

• Carpenter

• Nurse

A mental health counselor explained to a group of students that she enjoys her career because she helps others daily. For which reason is the counselor working?

• Identity

• Contribution

• Income

• Lifestyle

Which is an example of how the global economy has changed the world of work?

• Most people work at home

• Jobs moved over seas

• No more weekend work

• Minimum work age is younger

Which is an example of a workplace trend?

• Being able to work fast

• Being able to work from home

• Being concerned about work

• Being the best employee