Workplace Readiness Practice 1

The main purpose of a human resources department in a company is to_______

(Which response best completes the sentence)

• Track employee use of sick time

• Assess if employees are doing what they were hired to do

• Serve the needs of the company

• Become a profit center within the company

What personal protective devices should be used when dealing with bodily fluids?

• Leather gloves and an apron

• Safety goggles and a face shield

• Mask and plastic gloves

• Mask and respirator

While researching careers on the internet, Tony decided to use more than one search engine because

• that will avoid false information

• all users prefer this technique

• each search engine produces different results

• that will avoid repetition of information

1. What is not a result of listening attentively to others?

• You give them a feeling of self-worth.

• You make them feel self-conscious.

• You show that you care about them.

• You make them feel confident.

Which of the following does NOT demonstrate a positive work ethic?

• Arriving at work early

• Keeping vital information to yourself

• Working late when the boss needs you to

• Helping a coworker complete a difficult task

During a well-conducted job interview,

• the person who is being interviewed should ask all the questions

• both the person conducting the interview and the person being interviewed should ask questions

• the person conducting the interview should ask all the questions

• questions should be kept to a minimum

If you are unsure about an answer to a question on a job application, you should

• leave it blank

• write N/A (not applicable)

• make up an answer

• None of the above

Being late for appointments

• is all right only with friends

• shows a lack of regard for others

• shows your own importance

• can help you take charge of the situation

A resume should include all of the following except

• relevant experience.

• personal statements from your references.

• your educational background.

• how to contact you.

Which three characteristics below best summarize work ethic?

• Interpersonal skills, initiative, dependability

• Depressed, considerate, hostile

• Courteous, productive, forceful

• Adaptable, irresponsible, well-groomed