Resume and Cover Letter Quiz

What is the purpose of a resume?

• To list all the movies you've watched

• To share your favorite recipes

• To showcase your favorite hobbies and interests

• To highlight your education, experience, skills, and qualifications

What should be included in the contact information section of a resume?

• Home address, social security number, and blood type

• Favorite color, zodiac sign, and pet's name

• Name, email address, and phone number

• Favorite food, shoe size, and hair color

How should work experience be listed on a resume?

• In reverse chronological order, starting with the most recent

• In alphabetical order by company name

• In order of the most interesting job to the least interesting job

• In random order to keep the reader guessing

What should be the length of a high school student's resume?

• Three pages

• As long as possible to include all details

• Two pages

• One page

What should be the file format when submitting a resume electronically?

• PowerPoint

• Word

• Excel

• PDF

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

• To discuss your favorite TV shows and movies

• To provide a high-level view of education, experience, and skills

• To list all the places you've traveled to

• To share your favorite books and authors

What should the first paragraph of a cover letter include?

• Indicate why you are writing, the specific position or type of work you are applying for, and how you learned of the opening

• A detailed summary of your entire life story

• A description of your favorite vacation destination

• A list of all your favorite hobbies and interests

How should academic background and relevant experience be highlighted in a cover letter?

• Share your favorite school memories

• Discuss your favorite extracurricular activities

• List all the subjects you dislike in school

• Explain how your academic background makes you a qualified candidate for the position

What should the closing paragraph of a cover letter include?

• Reiterate why you are a good candidate for the position and indicate that you would like an interview

• A list of demands for the potential employer

• A detailed description of your dream job

• A request for a signing bonus

What should be included in the signature of a cover letter?

• Type Your Name

• Draw a picture of your favorite animal

• Write a poem about your career aspirations

• List all the countries you want to visit