WorksheetsJob Applications & Interviews
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Should filling out an application be a stressful event?
a)
Yes. Your first job depends on it !
b)
No. Even if you don't have a resume, you know yourself well so filling out an application is no problem.
c)
No. If you have a resume, you should have just about all the information you need.
d)
Yes. Anything associated with making money is usually stressful
2.
When are job applications used by employers?
a)
For many part-time, entry-level, and blue collar jobs, employers use applications to screen potential employees
b)
Employers use the information from the applications to determine who they are going to call for a job interview.
c)
Job applications are simply the paperwork the Human Resources department requires of all job applicants
d)
All of the above
3.
Why do employers use job applications?
a)
Employers use job applications for finding out information about you that you would not normally put on your resume.
b)
Employers make you fill out a job application to make the searching process appear to be fair.
c)
Many employers use applications as a way of standardizing the information they obtain from all job-seekers
d)
Option 1 and 3 only
4.
What are some of the things job-seekers need to remember when successfully completing job applications.
a)
Arrive prepared with the information you need.
b)
Read and follow instructions carefully.
c)
None of the above
d)
Option 1 and 2 only
5.
Complete the application as neatly as possible is one of the suggestions given when trying to get a job.
a)
True
b)
False
6.
Do not tailor your answers to the job you are seeking, but be completely honest and blunt on your job application.
a)
True
b)
False
7.
Do not put specific salary requirements because it is way too early in the job-seeking process to allow yourself to be identified by a specific salary request.
a)
True
b)
False
8.
When completing a job application, you should....
a)
Proofread your application before submitting it.
b)
Keep your application consistent with your resume.
c)
Get it done as fast as you can, because the first 10 applications turned in usually get interviews.
d)
Option 1 and 2 only
9.
Take your time and do the best you can, always keeping in the back of your mind the goal of the application — getting you an interview.
a)
True
b)
False
10.
If you have not heard from the employer within a week of submitting your application.
a)
you should follow-up with the employer
b)
There’s truth to the “squeaky wheel” cliche.
c)
Ask for an interview and ask to have your application kept on file.
d)
All of the above
11.
The best way to get ready for an interview is to
a)
not get stressed out and just go to bed early and relax
b)
Just go over a copy of your application
c)
take the time to review the most common interview questions you will most likely be asked
12.
You don't need to memorize an answer, but do take the time to consider how you'll respond. The more you prepare, the more confident you'll feel during a job interview.
a)
True
b)
False
13.
One of the interview questions that employers most often will ask is:
a)
What is your greatest strength?
b)
Do you have any relatives that work for this company ?
c)
What is your favorite hobby ?
d)
When will you be available to work ?
14.
Some of the other Top 10 Interview questions would be....
a)
What is your greatest weakness?
b)
Tell me about yourself
c)
Why should we hire you?
d)
All of the above
15.
How you handle stress and pressure is probably the most difficult interview question to honestly answer.
a)
True
b)
False
16.
When an employer asks you "What are your goals for the future ?", they really want to know.....
a)
The level of confidence you have and how that will help their company in the future.
b)
if you’re going to stick around or move on as soon as you find a better opportunity
c)
Whether or not your future goals are similar to other present employees in the company.
d)
None of the above
17.
When an employer asks you to describe a difficult work situation and share how you overcame it, they are looking for....
a)
examples of your toughness and ability to take care of yourself.
b)
your ability to be honest in an interview
c)
you to share an example of what you did in a tough situation.
18.
When an employer asks the interview question "Why should we hire you?", they need to know....
a)
why you are the best candidate for the job
b)
how you are better qualified then other people they have hired in the past
c)
why hiring you will make millions of dollars for their company
19.
When an employer asks "What are your weaknesses?", you should....
a)
be totally honest, and share the good things with the bad
b)
Only talk about the negatives that you have turned into a positive
c)
Only discuss the negative skills you have that are important for the job
d)
Do your best to frame your answers around positive aspects of your skills and abilities as an employee.
20.
Appearance at a job interview is the most important factor in the start of a successful interview and eventually getting the job.
a)
True
b)
False
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