Resume Writing Quiz

What is the purpose of a resume?

• To provide a detailed narrative of one's life experiences

• To highlight your accomplishments and prove that you are qualified for the position

• To list all the people you know in the industry

• To explain why you left your previous jobs

Which of the following is NOT a section of the resume?

• Objective/Summary

• Hobbies and Interests

• Work Experience

• Skills

What should the 'Name, Phone, and Email Address' section of a resume include?

• A detailed biography

• Contact information to get in touch with you for an interview

• References and previous employers

• A list of certifications

What should you do when preparing your resume?

• Only list the job titles you have held

• Describe your accomplishments in detail and use action words/adjectives

• Include every job you have ever had, regardless of relevance

• Focus on personal life experiences rather than work experience

Job titles should be formatted as (a)   on a resume.

• Italicized job titles
• Underlined job titles
• Bold job titles
• No special formatting for job title

What is the maximum page length your resume should be, as per the advice in the image?

• Two pages

• Three pages

• Only one page

• As many pages as needed

What is the suggested order for listing your employment history on a resume?

• Alphabetical order

• Order of importance

• Reverse chronological order

• Chronological order

According to the resume tips in the image, how far back should you avoid using information from?

• Two years

• Five years

• Ten years

• Fifteen years

On your resume, you should (a)   the section headings.

• Underline them
• Italicize them
• Bold them
• Highlight them

Match the following actions with their importance in the resume finalization process.

• Action not recommended for privacy reasons

• Post it on social media

• Highly recommended to catch errors

• Translate it into another language

• Only necessary if applying for jobs in that language

• Email it to friends

• Action not recommended as primary feedback method

• Proofread it