Resume and Cover Letter Writing

1. Which font is suitable for an ATS-friendly resume?

• A. Comic Sans

• B. Calibri

• C. Brush Script

• D. Papyrus

2. What file formats are recommended for an ATS-friendly resume?

• A. .jpg and .png

• B. .docx and ATS-compatible .pdf

• C. .txt and .exe

• D. .ppt and .xls

3. Which of the following should be AVOIDED when formatting an ATS-friendly resume?

• A. Bullet points

• B. Tables and columns

• C. Standard fonts

• D. Section headers

4. Which section is NOT considered essential in a professional resume?

• A. Contact Information

• B. Education

• C. Work Experience

• D. Favorite Movies

5. What is the correct order to list work experience in a resume?

• A. Alphabetical

• B. Functional

• C. Reverse chronological

• D. Random

6. Why is it important to include keywords from the job description in your resume?

• A. To make the resume longer

• B. To impress your friends

• C. To increase ATS match and improve your chances

• D. To confuse recruiters

7. Which is the best example of using a measurable achievement in your resume?

• A. I worked hard every day.

• B. Increased sales by 25% in six months.

• C. Handled tasks assigned by the boss.

• D. Was responsible for customer service.

8. What should the first paragraph of your cover letter contain?

• A. Salary expectations

• B. Complaints about your last job

• C. Introduction to the role you are applying for and your enthusiasm

• D. Full employment history

9. In which paragraph should you talk about the company’s values or recent projects in a cover letter?

• A. First paragraph

• B. Second paragraph

• C. Third paragraph

• D. Final paragraph

10. Which of the following is a proper closing statement for a cover letter?

• A. Let me know soon.

• B. I want this job badly.

• C. I would appreciate the opportunity to interview. Thank you for your time.

• D. Bye!