Understanding and Answering the 'Biggest Weakness' Interview Question

Understanding and Answering the 'Biggest Weakness' Interview Question

Assessment

Interactive Video

Professional Development

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one effective way to address the 'biggest weakness' question in an interview?

Mention a weakness that is a major flaw.

Say you dislike the question.

Discuss a weakness you've worked to overcome.

Claim you have no weaknesses.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you avoid saying you have no weaknesses in an interview?

It indicates you are perfect.

It shows you are not self-aware.

It makes you seem overconfident.

It suggests you are not honest.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT recommended when discussing your weaknesses?

Claiming you have no weaknesses.

Discussing how you've overcome a weakness.

Mentioning a weakness unrelated to the job.

Turning a weakness into a strength.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential benefit of discussing a personal weakness in an interview?

It can show you are not prepared.

It can highlight your self-awareness.

It can make you seem overconfident.

It can make you seem unqualified.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a sample weakness that can be turned into a strength according to the video?

Being too talkative.

Being too quiet.

Being too critical.

Being too lenient.