CV

What does the abbreviation CV stand for?

• Current Vitals

• Critical Value

• Current Vacancies

• Curriculum Vitae

What is the main function of a CV?

• To brag about your skills

• To earn a degree

• To get a job interview

• To get work experience

How many pages should there be in a CV? (two correct answers)

• 1

• 2

• 3

• as many as you want

How long does an employer spend on reading a CV?

• 6 seconds

• 1 minute

• half an hour

• an hour

Which of the following shouldn't be included in a CV?

• Address

• Qualifications

• Email

• Date of birth

Why might your CV be rejected?

• Because of poor grammar

• Because of your photo

• Because of your name

• Because of the colour of the paper

You should customize your CV for each job you apply for.

• True

• False

What writing style should you use in your CV?

• Formal

• Informal

Your CV should be laid out in reverse chronological order (most recent items first).

• True

• False