Resume Writing Quiz

Maya is updating her resume to apply for a new job. Which of the following best describes the purpose of a resume?

• It’s the only way to get a job.

• It’s a way to show the classes I completed to receive my diploma.

• It’s a self-advertisement that shows how my skills, experience, and achievements match the requirements of the job I want.

• It takes the place of an application and interview.

Michael is updating his resume. What should he list first?

• The job title he is applying for.

• The heading which contains his name, address, phone number, and email address.

• His personal information which includes his name, birthdate, driver’s license number, and social security number.

• His educational information which includes his grade school, high school, and college attended.

James is updating his resume and is unsure about how to craft the 'objective statement'. Which of the following best describes a resume’s 'objective statement'?

• A long paragraph telling the potential employer my work history and what I want to do when I grow up.

• A strong, brief phrase that tells the potential employer specifically what my current career goal is.

• A generic statement that can be used on all the resumes I write.

• None of the above.

David is updating his resume to apply for a software engineering position. Which format is appropriate for him to use when describing his experiences and educational background?

• Bullet points

• Extra space between each line

• Short paragraphs

• None of the above

Michael is updating his resume to apply for a new job. How long should his resume typically be?

• Long enough to list contact information and education.

• 1 - 2 pages

• 3 - 4 pages

• 5 - 6 pages

You are asked to provide 2-4 professional references for a job application, which may include:

• My parents, adult siblings, or other family members.

• Uncle Henry, who is the president of City Bank.

• My current/former manager, co-workers, or college professors.

• All of the above

You are asked to provide 2-4 professional references for a job application, which may include:

• My parents, adult siblings, or other family members.

• Uncle Henry, who is the president of City Bank.

• My current/former manager, co-workers, or college professors.

• All of the above

William is updating his resume to apply for a senior analyst position. Which explanation justifies using a chronological resume for William?

• Showing a steady growth in a particular career field.

• Provides educational history.

• Provides work experience history.

• All of the above.

Why would Nora choose to use a functional resume format?

• To highlight skills and experience rather than job history.

• To show only prior work history.

• To present awards, achievements, and volunteer experience.

• Both A & C.

When Sophia is applying for a job in a competitive field, how can a combination resume be beneficial?

• Present a blend of both the chronological and functional resumes.

• Show off specific skills and how they were acquired.

• Highlight work, education, skills, awards/achievements, volunteer history, and special qualifications.

• All of the above.