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WorksheetsWriting a resume
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 56mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
A resume is:
a)
a written compilation of your education and personal references
b)
a written compilation of your education and work experience
c)
a written compilation of your education, work experience, credentials, and accomplishments
d)
none of the above
2.
Your resume should have your GPA on it.
a)
True
b)
False
c)
Maybe
3.
individuals who can attest to the applicant’s abilities at work, school and in character
a)
Friends
b)
Contact Information
c)
Parents
d)
References
4.
What should your resume state about salary?
a)
Specific Amount
b)
Minimum Wage
c)
Nothing
5.
Do you need to get permission before you use a person's name as a reference?
a)
Yes
b)
NO
6.
When sending a resume electronically, what is the preferred format to use?
a)
Word
b)
PDF
c)
Excel
7.
What is the purpose of a resume?
a)
to get a job
b)
to show off
c)
to transfer companies
d)
to get an interview
8.
True or false: In a resumé, you should be truthful with your skills.
a)
True
b)
False
9.
True or false: Your contact information needs to have: your name, address, spam email, phone number and social security number.
a)
True
b)
False
10.
Using colored paper, interesting fonts, and images on your resume is essential. This is a great way to get your resume noticed by a recruiter.
a)
True
b)
False
11.
A resume should not include a photo of yourself.
a)
True
b)
False
12.
Should part-time work at a Starbucks be added to a resume?
Shift Supervisor / Barista, 9/17- present
Starbucks Coffee Shop, MSU, MI
Shift Supervisor / Barista, 9/17- present
Starbucks Coffee Shop, MSU, MI
a)
No, only full-time work should be on a resume.
b)
Yes, it doesn't matter if it's full-time or part-time.
13.
Which of the following is NOT illegal to ask on an application or in a job interview
a)
How old are you?
b)
Have you ever been arrested?
c)
Are you at least 18 years of age?
d)
How much do you weigh?
14.
For what reason may an employer legally NOT hire an applicant?
a)
applicant has a disability
b)
applicant is over 55 years of age
c)
applicant's nationality is not American
d)
applicant is not able to do the job or meet hours requires
15.
Who would be a good reference?
a)
Your BFF
b)
Your parents
c)
Your boss
d)
Your sibling
16.
How long should a resume be?
a)
one page
b)
one FULL page
c)
two pages
d)
two FULL pages
17.
What do 84% of employers do when they see a spelling error on a resume?
a)
Correct it
b)
Nothing
c)
Highlighted for you to correct later
d)
Disregard resume
18.
A "skill" is something that you have learned to do through practice and effort?
a)
True
b)
False
19.
Which email is considered appropriate/professional?
a)
partihardi@email.com
b)
sexsi18@email.com
c)
jsmith99@email.com
d)
bebegirl187@email.com
20.
What might a spelling error suggest about you on your resume?
a)
You lack intelligence
b)
You did not proofread your resume
c)
You struggle a bit with spelling
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