CV Exercise

What is the primary purpose of a curriculum vitae (CV)?

• To provide personal opinions

• To summarize work experience and skills

• To describe hobbies

• To list personal references

• To showcase creativity

Which section typically appears first on a CV?

• Education

• Personal Interests

• Work Experience

• Contact Information

• References

Which of the following should NOT be included in a CV?

• Job-specific skills

• Personal opinions about past employers

• Relevant certifications

• Education history

• Self identity

How long is a CV typically expected to be for an entry-level position?

• One page

• Five pages

• Ten pages

• Two to three pages

• As long as possible

Which of the following is the most important when listing job experience on a CV?

• Detailed descriptions of personal hobbies

• Chronological order of jobs held

• Salary history

• Job responsibilities and achievements

• Favorite tasks at each job

What type of information is generally NOT included in the "Education" section of a CV?

• Degree obtained

• Start and end dates of education

• Salary earned during studies

• Institutions attended

• Awards received

When formatting a CV, which is the best font choice?

• Comic Sans

• Times New Roman or Arial

• Brush Script

• Wingdings

• Courier New

What is the best way to highlight key skills in a CV?

• By creating a separate "Skills" section

• By listing them randomly throughout the CV

• By including them only in the cover letter

• By leaving them out

• By mentioning them in the

Which of the following should be included in the "Work Experience" section of a CV?

• The names of supervisors

• Dates of employment and job duties

• Personal references

• High school grades High school grades

• Details about office politics

How should a gap in employment be addressed on a CV?

• Leave it unmentioned

• Use a functional CV to focus on skills

• List unrelated jobs to fill the gap

• Remove dates from the work experience section

• Explain in the cover letter only