QUIZ 27 Most Common Interview Q&A

What is the main goal of an interview according to the text?

• To determine whether the candidate will be outstanding in the job.

• To find out the candidate's favorite hobbies.

• To test the candidate's knowledge of the company.

• To see if the candidate can work under pressure.

How should a candidate answer the question "What are your biggest weaknesses?" according to the text?

• By listing as many weaknesses as possible.

• By choosing an actual weakness and explaining how they are working to improve it.

• By saying they have no weaknesses.

• By talking about their strengths instead.

What should a candidate do when asked "What are your biggest strengths?" according to the text?

• Provide a vague answer.

• Give a specific, point-on answer with examples.

• Talk about their weaknesses instead.

• Say they have no strengths.

What is a better question for interviewers to ask instead of "Where do you see yourself in five years?" according to the text?

• What business would you love to start?

• What are your biggest weaknesses?

• What are your hobbies?

• What is your favorite book?

What should a candidate do if they are asked "Out of all the candidates, why should we hire you?" according to the text?

• Describe their incredible passion and desire and commitment.

• Say they are the best candidate without providing reasons.

• Talk about their weaknesses.

• Say they don't know.

How should you respond when asked, "How did you learn about the opening?" during a job interview?

• By saying you found it through a general job posting.

• By explaining that you heard about it from a colleague or current employer.

• By stating that you are just looking for a job.

• By mentioning that you are not sure how you found it.

What should you focus on when asked, "Why do you want this job?" during an interview?

• The company's reputation.

• The salary and benefits.

• How the position aligns with your goals and what you hope to accomplish.

• The location of the company.

When asked about your biggest professional achievement, what type of answer should you avoid?

• An answer relevant to the job you are applying for.

• An answer that shows how you improved a process or outcome.

• An answer that is interesting but ultimately irrelevant to the job.

• An answer that demonstrates leadership skills.

What is the goal when asked to describe a time a co-worker or customer got angry with you?

• To show that you never make mistakes.

• To demonstrate your ability to handle conflict and take responsibility.

• To blame the other person for the conflict.

• To avoid discussing any negative experiences.

What are the three words you should use to describe your dream job?

• Relevance, salary, benefits.

• Relevance, location, flexibility.

• Relevance, relevance, relevance.

• Relevance, relevance, flexibility.