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Exploring Careers and Employment

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 32mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

capable of being employed

a)

employability

b)

resume

c)

trustworthy

d)

career

2.

being on time

a)

punctuality

b)

bravery

c)

work readiness

d)

integrity

3.

the conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person

a)

professionalism

b)

perseverance

c)

self-control

d)

team spirit

4.
Values are...
a)
the way a person thinks, feels, and acts.
b)
beliefs or things you find important
c)
the same for everyone
d)
the result of a decision
5.
Consequences are always bad: 
a)
A. True
b)
B. False
6.
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
7.
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
8.
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
9.
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."
10.
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. 
11.
How should you dress for a job interview?
a)
jeans
b)
lots of make up 
c)
sweat pants
d)
none of these
12.
 Should you answer interview questions in complete sentences or give a one word answer?
a)
complete sentences
b)
one word answers
c)
both
d)
neither
13.
During a job interview, who should be the one to begin talking? 
a)
Employer
b)
You
c)
Both
d)
None of these
14.
What should you be prepared to ask questions about? 
a)
employers personal life
b)
the job
c)
how much money you will make
d)
all of these
15.

A job application can be filled out on computer or paper.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Which of the following is NOT on a job application?

a)

Your DOB (date of birth/ birthday)

b)

Your social security number

c)

Your mom's DOB (Date of birth/birthday)

17.

Job Application-

a)

Income for working a job

b)

On the job training for a new employee

c)

An application is a paper or online form filled out by a person seeking a job.

18.

Which of the following would NOT be a good reference?

a)

Your Mom

b)

Your basketball coach

c)

Your principal

19.

Why do you need to write neatly on a job application?

a)

Only people with perfect handwriting get hired

b)

You should always write in cursive.

c)

The company has to be able to read your writing

20.

Which of the following is important to remember on a job application? Check all that apply.

a)

Write neatly

b)

Spell everything correctly

c)

Fill out the entire form

d)

Tell the truth on every question

21.

What should you NOT put in the position desired section?

a)

Cashier

b)

Dog walker

c)

Anything

d)

Waitress

22.

When you are filing out a job application what should you be? Choose the best answer!

a)

Careful, Correct, and Complete

b)

Professional

c)

Short

d)

Detailed

23.
On average, how long do employers spend reading a resume?
a)
0-30 seconds
b)
31-60 seconds
c)
1-5 minutes
d)
5+ minutes
24.
___________________ are the names, addresses, and phone numbers of people who can describe your ability to do the job.
a)
Heading
b)
Objective
c)
Education
d)
References
25.

Who needs a resume?

a)

Everybody

b)

Adults

c)

Students

d)

Anyone who wants to get a job

26.
Networking is...
a)
Using a computer to find a job.
b)
using your relationships with others to find job openings.
c)
sending cover letter/résumé to companies with current job postings.
d)
using a list to call businesses to ask if they are hiring.
27.
A job fair is...
a)
meant to help you explore what you want to be in the future.
b)
an online job seeker posting board.
c)
a party to celebrate getting a new job.
d)
a gathering of numerous employers with job openings.
28.
Employers will most often post jobs...
a)
online, on job posting boards of their own website.
b)
on bulletin boards in the local area.
c)
in newspapers.
d)
in community newsletters.
29.
What job search method relates to the "hidden job market"? 
a)
job fairs
b)
online postings
c)
networking
d)
newpaper postings
30.
References should be all of the following EXCEPT
a)
Adults
b)
Family
c)
someone who knows you well
d)
someone who has given you permission to list them as a reference
31.
Employer often receive hundreds, or more, applications for a single job posting
a)
False
b)
True
32.
The willingness to do what needs to be done without being told to do it  is ____________.
a)
self-motivation
b)
cooperation
c)
initiative
d)
adaptability skills
33.
What are the availible resources used to seek employment?
a)
Networking
b)
Internet
c)
Printed Resources
d)
All of these
34.
A resume should
a)
Be several pages long
b)
Include a current picture of you
c)
Contain inaccurate information
d)
None of the above
35.
A formal written summary of a person's education, work experience, and other qualifications for a job.
a)
references
b)
resume
c)
want ad
d)
networking
36.
People who can speak about a person's character and skills.
a)
references
b)
resume
c)
want ad
d)
networking
37.

Which of the following is NOT an example of employability

a)

Being late

b)

meeting deadlines

c)

working toward personal and team goals

d)

ethical use of technology

38.

Which of the following are ways to develop employability skills?

a)

Working with others

b)

Hobbies

c)

Sports

d)

All of the Above

39.
What is the ability to adapt to new, changing, or different situations or requirements? 
a)
Flexibility 
b)
Anger
c)
Drive
d)
Creativity
40.
What employability skill do you think this picture represents? 
a)
Creativity
b)
Integrity
c)
Fairness
d)
Flexibility
41.

Which of the following is considered the most important skill in the workplace?

a)

Effective communication

b)

Knowledge of technology

c)

Certifications or Licensures

d)

Leadership strategies

42.

Which of the following defines leadership?

a)

values or standards which direct the way individuals interact with others

b)

selecting a suitable solution based on the situation

c)

ability to motivate people to accomplish a better result for an organization

d)

ability to cope with job stress

43.
Something that is sent or said
a)
message
b)
sender
c)
symbol
d)
written communication
44.
Communication achieved using facial expressions,eye contact, movements, and gestures
a)
body language
b)
eye contact
c)
tone
d)
rate
45.
Companies use the Internet to
a)
advertise
b)
assist customers
c)
recruit employees
d)
all of the above 
46.
What should you always do after an interview?
a)
runaway
b)
ask about pay
c)
thank the interviewer
d)
call them several times
47.
Tip 1:  Before your interview ______ the company (a.k.a. Do your homework).
a)
Prepare
b)
Research
c)
Call
d)
Visit
48.
Tip 2: Prepare for __________.
a)
Rain
b)
Clothing you should wear
c)
Questions you might be asked
d)
Natural disasters
49.
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
a)
Wearing appropriate clothing is unimportant.  The interviewer is more concerned with skill and experience.
b)
Wear as much cologne/perfume as possible.  Everybody likes perfume.
c)
An extravagant manicure is important when presenting a professional appearance.
d)
Clothes should be clean, pressed, and appropriate for the job you want.
50.

What is something you want your teacher to know about this class?

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