Unit 1 Review: Practice Quiz

Selena is beginning a job search, and she needs some advice. What would experts say is the MOST helpful first step she should take in this process?

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  Hire a professional writer to help her create a beautiful resume.

• Learn about herself so she can select jobs that are a good fit for her.

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  Write several drafts of a cover letter so friends can select the best one.

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  Fill out job applications for any job opening to get interview experience.

Sarah is very self-aware. How will this MOST likely affect her upcoming job search process?

• She will be able to find a job that suits her personality and skills.

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  She will only be able to find jobs that have very low salaries.

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  She will have a difficult time finding a job that fits her life goals.

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  She will not be able to find joy in any job that she pursues.

What is one of the four pillars of self-awareness that can help you better find your “north star”?

• your grades

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  your fears

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  your values

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  your family

Compare a belief and a value. What is most likely TRUE about a belief?

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  Beliefs are the principles people think are most important.

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  If a value becomes strong enough, it becomes a belief.

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  A belief requires commitment and becomes part of one’s character.

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  A belief is an idea that someone considers to be true.

 

What is TRUE about personality?

• Someone’s personality can usually be described in one word.

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  Intellect, emotions, and behavior all contribute to personality.

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  Personality is based uniquely on how someone behaves.

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  A job search is generally unaffected by someone’s personality.

What is one of Lewis Goldberg’s five fundamental factors of person’s personality?

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  agreeableness

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  determination

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  thoroughness

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  efficiency

Spirituality, leadership, and courage are all words that describe personal values.

• True

• False

An extrovert gains energy by spending a lot of time alone and away from other people.

• True

• False

Communication skills are less important in this modern era because there is more technology available.

• True

• False

Many employers are intentionally trying to create more diversity among their workforce because differences among employee profiles correlate with improved performance.

• True

• False