Workforce 101 Quiz #2 Review

Which of the following should be included in the personal information section of a resume?

• Social Security Number, full address, birthday

• Name, phone number, email

• Nickname, favorite color, emergency contact

• Name, past employers, references

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The brief statement at the top of a resume that highlights your career goals and key qualifications is called a:

• Career history

• Personal interest

• Professional summary

• Reference list

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How should you list your work experience on a resume?

• Alphabetical order

• From least to most important

• Reverse chronological order

• By salary earned

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Which of the following can be included under the "Education" section of a resume besides the name of the institution and graduation date?

• Past job descriptions

• Favorite classes

• Relevant coursework, honors, and extracurriculars

• GPA only

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What is the correct order of sections on a standard resume?

• Skills, Education, Work History, Personal Info, Professional Summary

• Personal Info, Professional Summary, Work History, Education, Skills

• Cover Letter, References, Work History, Skills, Professional Summary, Personal Info

• Work History, Education, Professional Summary, Hobbies, Personal Info

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Which of the following should you not include in the “Skills” section of a resume?

• Skills listed in the job description

• Languages spoken

• Technical skills and soft skills

• Irrelevant hobbies

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True or False: You should list all your skills, even if they are not related to the job.

• True

• False

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What is the first part of a cover letter?

• Signature block

• List of references

• Salary requirements

• Introductory paragraph with thesis statement

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What is the purpose of the first body paragraph of a cover letter? Select all that apply.

• Describe your weaknesses

• Share why you admire the company

• List all past jobs

• Emphasize your interest in the role

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What should the second body paragraph of your cover letter include?

• Your career goals

• A summary of your high school grades

• A breakdown of your day-to-day routine

• A connection between your past experiences and the job’s required skills

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