CM: 5.01 Terms

What is an action verb?

• A verb that shows a completed action.

• A verb that shows something is being done, a word that shows action.

• A verb that describes a state of being.

• A verb that indicates a future event.

What does chronological mean?

• Grouped by category.

• Arranged in alphabetical order.

• Organized by importance.

• Starting with the earliest and following the order in which events occurred.

What is the definition of competency?

• The desire to achieve goals.

• The ability to do something successfully or efficiently.

• The potential to learn new skills.

• The capacity to work in a team.

What is a cover letter?

• A letter of recommendation from a previous employer.

• A letter sent with, and explaining the contents of, another document (resume).

• A document listing your work experience and skills.

• A summary of your educational background.

What does critical thinking involve?

• Memorizing facts and figures for exams.

• Following instructions without questioning.

• Accepting information at face value.

• The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

What are durable employability skills?

• The transferable skills needed by an individual to make them 'employable'.

• Skills that are only useful for a specific job.

• Skills that are outdated and no longer used.

• Skills that are only relevant in academic settings.

What are employment leads?

• A list of companies that are not hiring.

• A summary of your previous job experiences.

• A guide to starting your own business.

• Information about an open position telling you that a company is hiring.

What is the definition of an entrepreneur?

• A person who writes business plans for others.

• A person who invests in stocks and bonds.

• A person who works for a company and manages its operations.

• A person who organizes and operates a business, taking on greater than normal financial risks.

What does flexibility mean?

• Easily changed, able to change or to do different things.

• The ability to remain rigid and unchanging.

• The ability to resist change and maintain stability.

• The ability to focus on one task without deviation.

What is a follow-up letter?

• A letter sent to terminate a business relationship.

• A letter sent as a follow-up to an initial letter or to a telephone call, meeting, etc.

• A letter sent to introduce a new product.

• A letter sent to request a refund.