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Job Application Do's and Don't Knowledge Assessment

Total questions: 54

Worksheet time: 28mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What will happen to your application if you do not write neatly or make spelling errors?
a)
It will be thrown in the trash
b)
You will not be invited for an interview
c)
You won't get the job
d)
The employer will file it away for future job opportunities.
2.

How should you respond to the section of the application that does not apply to you?

a)

Put an X

b)

Write N/A or a Straight in the space provided

c)

leave it blank

d)

Cross it out by using a bold line

3.

To avoid making mistakes it is best to use a pencil to fill out a job application.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

If you do not have any work experience what should you enter in the work experience or work history section a job application?

a)

N/A

b)

Community Service

c)

Leave blank

d)

Enter an X

5.
What does N/A stands for?
a)
not available
b)
not applicable
c)
not adequate
6.

How many references SHOULD you list on on a job application?

a)

4

b)

2

c)

3

d)

1

7.
A tool used by employers to evaluates potential employees.
a)
transcript
b)
job application
c)
letter of recommendation
d)
reference
8.
If you are employed, what should you list for "Date Available"?
a)
ASAP
b)
Today
c)
Two weeks later 
d)
Does not matter
9.

For "Position Desired," you should write...

a)

open

b)

anything

c)

negotiable

d)

state the specific position you are applying for

10.

Which color ink should you use to complete a job application?

a)

ink pen

b)

black or blue pen

c)

a pencil

d)

does not matter

11.

On an application, in what order should work experience be listed? Identify two answers:

a)

first job you ever had, to most recent/current job

b)

reverse chronological order

c)

most recent/current is listed first

d)

random order

12.

What is the best response to "Reason for Leaving" a job is ...

a)

My supervisor and I don't get along.

b)

Seeking opportunity for advancement.

c)

I'm tired of picking up everyone else's slack.

d)

I'm not leaving; I'm applying for a second job.

13.

When listing your telephone, you must include the area code? (True/False)

a)

True

b)

False

14.

What is the most secure way yto write your "social security number" on a job application?

a)

your full social security number

b)

last 4 digits

c)

Upon hire

d)

N/A

15.

If you could work all day on Saturday at Wendy's, which would be the best to write on a job application?

a)

9-9

b)

whenever

c)

open-close

d)

I'm open

16.

When filling out a job application, which is an acceptable answer for leaving a job?

a)

conflict with coworkers

b)

hated boss

c)

school conflict

d)

disliked doing my duties

17.

You are still currently working at a job while applying for another job, how should complete the question?

a)

June 2014

b)

June 2014-Present

c)

still working

d)

haven't' quit

18.

Correction fluid should be used to correct mistakes and errors in a job application. (True/False)

a)

True

b)

False

19.

It is okay to strike through errors or mistakes on a job application.

a)

True

b)

False

20.
Where you are employed, the address of your employer, phone number,  job duties, and your supervisor name are all parts of your __________
a)
personal history
b)
work history
c)
educational history
d)
credit history
21.
To write legibly means...
a)
messy
b)
ureadable
c)
use correct grammar and spelling
d)
readable and neat
22.
What should you do before you begin filling out the application form?
a)
 scan the application
b)
nothing, just fill it out
c)
read the entire form
d)
ask questions
23.

Is it okay to use abbreviations in a job application? (True/False)

a)

True

b)

False

24.
Which e-mail address is NOT appropriate to use?
a)
QueenBee@domain.com
b)
Sue.Bass@domain.com
c)
TonyGreen@domain.com
d)
MSmith1274@domain.com
25.
What is the last section of the job application?
a)
work history section
b)
reference section
c)
certification section
d)
personal history
26.
Days and times you are able to work:
a)
flexibility
b)
availability
c)
adaptability
d)
readability 
27.
A period of months or years when the job applicant is not employed; may also indicate to an employer that you have trouble holding down a job.
a)
employment history
b)
employment gap
c)
employment
d)
unemployed
28.
Which of the following can cause you to not get a job?
a)
employment gaps
b)
lying on a job application
c)
poor credit history
d)
all of the above
29.

If you have a resume it is not necessary to fill out a job application. (True/False)

a)

True

b)

False

30.
What makes you stand out from other applicants on a  job application?
a)
references
b)
skills
c)
personal information
d)
availability
31.

The goal of the job application is which of the following?

a)

to get the job

b)

introduce yourself

c)

to get an interview

d)

identify your qualifications

32.

Falsification or omission of information in a job application can lead to this

a)

background check

b)

reference verification

c)

termination

d)

All

33.

Which of the following is typically the first section of a job application?

a)

Education and work experience

b)

Job-related questions

c)

References

d)

Personal information

34.

Marco is filling out a job application for a part-time food service job. The application asks him to list an expected pay amount, but Marco does not know what is typical and does not want to risk asking for too much or too little. Which of the following is recommended?

a)

He should leave the space blank

b)

He should write “anything”

c)

He should write “negotiable”

d)

He should write “do not know”

35.

Which of the following is the last section on most job applications?

a)

References

b)

Cerfication/Signature

c)

Personal information

d)

Job-related questions

36.

A period of months or years when the job applicant is not working

a)

employment termination

b)

employment gap

c)

employment versification

d)

employment history

37.

When submitting a filled-out job application in person, which of the following is suggested?

a)

Ask to speak to the hiring manager

b)

Show the person your career portfolio

c)

Attach a copy of your career plan

d)

Request an on-the-spot interview

38.

What should you put in the start date section?

a)

In a couple of days

b)

Whenever you want

c)

Today after school

d)

A specific date

39.

When responding to a job posting or advertisement what should you look at to identify the skills and qualifications for the job?

a)

job website

b)

Job analysis

c)

job description

d)

job information

40.

What type of terms should you avoid that may reflect poorly on you are make you seem unrealiable?

a)

quit

b)

fired

c)

No transportation

d)

personal reasons

e)

All

41.

The education section of a job application requires you to list

a)

places you have visited

b)

schools you attend or have attended

c)

people that know you

42.
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
43.

Which of the following is important to remember on a job application?

a)

Write neatly

b)

Spell everything correctly

c)

Fill out the entire form

d)

Tell the truth on every question

44.
"Extras" that employers may offer you in addition to your wage.  For example, health insurance, sick leave, holidays. 
a)
applicant
b)
applicattion
c)
benefits
d)
experience
45.
Skills/knowledge that you have gained from your past. 
a)
Experience
b)
degree
c)
position
d)
dependents
46.

Which type of employment is defined as employment which can be terminated by the employer or employee at any time with or without reason?

a)

Contract Employment

b)

At-Will Employment

c)

Full-Time Employment

d)

Temporary Employment

47.

Does information a job application need to be consistent with your resume?

a)

Yes

b)

No

48.

Is it okay to skip filling out a job application and say see resume?

a)

Yes

b)

No

49.

You should only apply to job that suit you, match your skills and qualifications.

a)

True

b)

False

50.

Which of the following responses is most appropriate as a “reason for leaving” a job.

a)

“Wanted more responsibility”

b)

“Personal problems”

c)

“Conflict with co-workers”

d)

Leaving the space blank

51.

When filling out an application, you should always ask for a specific salary or hourly wage.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

52.
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
53.

What does your job application tell the employer about you?

a)

something about your ability to read and follow directions

b)

your qualifications

c)

it may be your first impression with the employer

d)

all of the above

54.

What kind of work experience may you use when filing out an application?

a)

paid employment

b)

non-paid volunteer experiences

c)

intern experiences

d)

all of the above