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Interviewing Skills/Tips

Total questions: 70

Worksheet time: 6hrs 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Your interview is scheduled at 1:45 PM. What time should you arrive?
a)
1:50 PM
b)
1:45 PM
c)
1:30 PM
d)
1:00 PM
2.
You are welcomed into the office for an interview. What should you not do?
a)
Plop down in a chair, & pull your phone out
b)
Wait quietly until they are seated first
c)
Shake hands with the interviewees then take a seat
d)
Say thank you, and then ask if you can take a seat
3.
What should you do before you interview with a company?
a)
Add the interviewers to all your social media
b)
Do some background research on the job
c)
Ask them if they serve food during the interview
d)
Tell them you have another interview 15 minutes after theirs
4.
Why should you bring extra copies of your resume and cover letter?
a)
You should not bring extra copies
b)
Because you want to show off to the interviewers
c)
In case you never sent it to them in the first place
d)
In case there are more people interviewing you, you can offer it to them
5.
If you had issues with a previous boss or co-worker, and they ask you why you didn't get along, what would be an appropriate answer? 
a)
"They wanted me to do too much."
b)
"Our leadership styles just did not match up."
c)
"I disagreed with what they wanted most of the time."
d)
"They didn't know what they were doing, so I tried to correct them."
6.
If they ask you "Do you have any questions for us?" what would be a good question to ask? 
a)
"If hired, how many days would I be allowed to call in sick?"
b)
"If hired, what would expect of me in the first few months?"
c)
"How much do you pay?"
d)
Just say no questions. 
7.
"Do you have any questions for us?" How do you respond? 
a)
No, thank you! 
b)
Yes, who else are you interviewing?
c)
Yes, can you talk about the culture of the company?
d)
Yes, would I have to deal with the public?
8.
About when should you thank the company after interviewing you? 
a)
Within an hour of your interview
b)
Within 1-3 days
c)
The next week
d)
You thanked them at the interview...
9.
What's a good answer: "What are your strengths?"
a)
Well, what strengths are you looking for?
b)
I would say my best strengths would be my positive attitude and my organizational skills....
c)
Three Words: Hard-working. Alpha-Male. Jackhammer. Merciless.
d)
I would say my best strengths would be my attention span. 
10.
What's a good answer: "Can you tell me a time when you endured a conflict and how you reacted?"
a)
No; I typically don't ever have any problems or issues with people. 
b)
I could not figure out how to solve a math problem, so I simply gave up. 
c)
A classmate and I disagreed on a project, so we rationally discussed on our own time to compromise.
d)
A classmate and I disagreed on a project, so I let her just do whatever she wanted. 
11.
What's a good answer: "What are your hobbies?"
a)
A few of my hobbies include painting and sketching. I enjoy creating and improving my skills. 
b)
I have a lot! Fishing, hiking, cooking, basketball, drawing, singing, tanning, quilting...
c)
I don't really have any hobbies.
d)
I like playing on my phone and laying in my bed. 
12.
What's a good answer: "Tell me about yourself" ?
a)
I am 5'9" and 140 pounds with straight teeth. I have 2 cats and 3 dogs and love Netflix and cheese sticks. 
b)
Well, I am a student. My favorite subject in History. I am active in many clubs, and actually won an award for community service last year.
c)
Well, what do you want to know? 
d)
I am a student. My grades aren't great, and I don't do much in school, but I am the oldest in my family, and I want to get out of Merced. 
13.

(Choose the BEST kind of response)

"What would you change about your last job?"

a)

My supervisor

b)

The hourly wage

c)

My co-workers

d)

It was a great company, but the schedule did not work with my school schedule.

14.

Choose the BEST kind of response for the question:

"What do you do in your spare time?"

a)

"Sleep and eat"

b)

"Play video games"

c)

"Collect comic books, play basketball, and spend time with friends and family."

d)

"Do homework or chores."

15.

When asked about your previous employer...

a)

never say anything negative about them.

b)

tell the truth no matter what.

c)

say "N/A"

16.

The MAIN purpose of the interview is to:

a)

get a job offer.

b)

ask questions about the job.

c)

discuss your interests.

17.

What should you NOT wear to an interview? (check all that apply)

a)

T-shirt and jeans

b)

Button-up shirt

c)

Dress or slacks

d)

Flip-flops

18.

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

BEFORE the interview:

a)

Know when, where, and who you are interviewing with.

b)

Know the interviewer's job title.

c)

Pick an outfit that is appropriate.

d)

Send a thank you letter.

19.

Arrive early to the interview, about

a)

30 minutes early

b)

10-15 minutes early

c)

1 hour early

20.

Why should you ask questions during the interview?

a)

It shows you are really interested in the job.

b)

It shows you are friendly.

c)

It shows you are picky.

21.

Check the skills that MOST employers want.

a)

leadership skills

b)

bilingual

c)

communication skills

d)

video game skills

22.

Qualities that employers want:

a)

being tall

b)

trustworthy

c)

punctual

d)

reliable

23.

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

Things you SHOULD DO in the interview

a)

shake hands

b)

ask about the pay

c)

make eye contact

d)

do not sit down until invited to do so

24.

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY).

Things you SHOULD NOT do in an interview:

a)

say bad things about your previous employer

b)

ask about the hourly rate

c)

talk about your strengths

d)

make eye contact

25.

Before interviewing with the company, you should...

a)

Google the CEO to see who is running the company.

b)

See if the company will hire smart people.

c)

Get a good dinner the night before the interview.

d)

Research the company.

26.

Before the interview it is wise to...

a)

Time your interview questions.

b)

Prepare a 30-second personal pitch.

c)

Simplify your interview by knowing the answers to the questions.

d)

Learn to laugh and make the interview fun.

27.

Before the interview you should...

a)

Get permission from your references to use their names, & have a reference list ready.

b)

Make sure you remember to practice not being nervous.

c)

Practice interview questions with a telephone pole.

d)

Repeat positive affirmations in the mirror.

28.

Before an interview you should...

a)

Purchase perfume that you think will give you good luck in the interview.

b)

Video tape yourself and your friends practicing interview questions.

c)

Prepare your interview answers. Do a Mock-Interview.

d)

Call someone that will coach you and hold your hand.

29.

Before the interview you should...

a)

Write strong words that describe how nice you are.

b)

Press your socks and make sure they smell like a flower garden.

c)

Learn to sum up your skills so that when asked you can shine.

d)

List the qualities you possess that fit the job requirements—have examples of each. Some people call these qualities "Power Statements."

30.

Interview questions can consist of these elements...

a)

YOUR WORK HISTORY

b)

YOUR JOB PERFORMANCE

c)

YOUR WARM-UP QUESTIONS

d)

YOUR AGE

31.

Interview questions can consist of these elements...

a)

YOUR EDUCATION

b)

YOUR RACE

c)

YOUR CAREER-GOALS

d)

YOUR SELF-ASSESSMENT

32.

Interview questions can consist of these elements...

a)

YOUR DISABILITIES

b)

YOUR DECISIVENESS

c)

YOUR MOTIVATION

d)

YOUR RANGE OF INTERESTS

33.
Body language is as important to observe during an interview.
a)
True
b)
False
34.
Direct eye contact is essential in an interview.
a)
True
b)
False
35.
It is better to be late than to be early for an interview.
a)
True
b)
False
36.
Which of the following is NOT recommended during an interview? 
a)
Chewing Gum
b)
Sitting Still 
c)
Being attentive 
d)
None of the above 
37.
Should women/young ladies wear open-toed shoes during an interview? 
a)
Yes
b)
No
38.
If you do NOT have experience for the job your're applying for, should you make up the experience? 
a)
Yes
b)
No
c)
Depends 
39.
Employers love an aggressive interviewee. 
a)
True 
b)
False 
40.
Your cellphone rings during an interview, what do you do? 
a)
Answer it
b)
Excuse yourself from the room and Take the call outside 
c)
Apologize for the inconvenience & silence the phone 
d)
Nothing, ignore the call & continue the interview
41.
As an interviewee, it is your job to tell/show the interviewer what YOU can do to help the company. 
a)
Yes 
b)
No
c)
Not sure
42.
The interview is over & you "feel" like you've gotten the job. The next thing you should do is...
a)
Call the interviewer/HR Department & ask them about your salary/pay
b)
Write the interviewing committee a thank you within the next 24 hours
c)
Celebrate! 
d)
Buy an outfit for your new job. 
43.
During an interview do the following: 
a)
Make appropriate eye contact
b)
Answer questions thoroughly
c)
Have a firm hand shake 
d)
All of the above
44.
Do NOT do the following during an interview:
a)
Tell jokes 
b)
Be sarcastic 
c)
All is fair game
d)
Don't say anything negative about former employers, co-workers, etc...
45.
As it relates to your resume, you are in need of a professional email address. 
a)
True
b)
False 
46.

Items you should bring to an interview include all of the following except:

a)

extra resumes

b)

references

c)

pen and notepad

d)

phone

47.

Which of the following is not an appropriate way to prepare for a job interview?

a)

research the job position qualifications

b)

research the salary

c)

drive to the company the day before to know where you will be going

d)

making sure you have a good explanation for being late

48.

What should you NOT wear to a job interview?

a)

A watch

b)

Polished shoes

c)

Clothing slightly dressier than what you'd wear on the job

d)

Lots of perfume and aftershave

49.

What is a good answer to this question: "How would you feel about working for someone younger than you?"

a)

I can work well with people of any age.

b)

Sorry, I prefer to work with older people.

c)

I don't see how this question is relevant.

d)

I'm not sure how I would feel about that.

50.

Who is the most important person to greet in a friendly and respectful manner?

a)

The interviewer

b)

The secretary

c)

The receptionist

d)

All of the above

51.

Your job interview is scheduled for 10am. What time should you arrive?

a)

2 minutes before the interview begins

b)

45 minutes before the interview begins

c)

15 minutes before the interview begins

d)

30 minutes before the interview begins

52.
You can lose a job as soon as you walk in the interviewer's door based on how you look.
a)
True
b)
False
53.
As it relates to your resume, you are in need of a professional email address. 
a)
True
b)
False 
54.
How should you greet someone?
a)
Say hello
b)
High 5
c)
Firm handshake and eye contact
d)
Limp handshake
55.
Practicing your interviewing questions can make you feel more confident at your interview.
a)
True
b)
False
56.
If an interviewer asks you to tell them about yourself, which of the following would be acceptable?
a)
Name, interests, school attend, skills
b)
Family member names
c)
Favorite colors
d)
Shoe size
57.
After an interviewer has asked you questions about yourself, what should you do before leaving an interview?
a)
Say goodbye
b)
Nothing
c)
Ask questions about the job/company and thank them for their time
d)
Look at them crazy
58.
Can potential employers or colleges search for you in social media?
a)
NO, invasion of privacy
b)
Yes as long as this is not the reason they don't hire you.
c)
Yes and not hire you based upon what they found.
d)
No, employers find no value in this.
59.

When speaking to an interviewer, ___________.

a)

mumble

b)

speak softly

c)

speak clearly

d)

speak in an accent

60.

The purpose of a job interview is to ___________.

a)

brag about yourself

b)

convince the employer that you're the right person for the job

c)

beg for a job

d)

to entertain the employer

61.

Which question is illegal to ask in a job interview?

a)

What is your address?

b)

What Church do you go to?

c)

Where did you work previously?

d)

What are some of your strengths?

62.

What should you bring to an interview?

a)

your favorite music

b)

copies of your resume

c)

your cell phone

d)

your mom or dad

63.
You should research the company you are interviewing with.
a)
true
b)
false
64.
You should take a pen with you to your interview. 
a)
true
b)
false
65.

Men should wear a tie to an interview and women should wear a blazer.

a)

True

b)

False

66.

When arriving for an interview, always arrive

a)

On time

b)

Within 15 minutes of the start time

c)

15 minutes before the start time

67.

What should you bring to an interview?

a)

Resume

b)

Portfolio

c)

Pen + Paper

d)

All of the above

68.

It is okay to share experiences and information from when you were in middle school.

a)

Yes

b)

No

c)

Sometimes

d)

Rarely

69.

It is okay to exaggerate or embellish your experiences during an interview.

a)

True

b)

False

70.

It is important to ask about pay and salary at an interview so you know upfront.

a)

True

b)

False

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