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Interviewing for Jobs Test

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 34mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The best way to dress for success is to...

a)

Wear Jeans

b)

Wear a formal suit.

c)

Bring a suit jacket, in case you need it.

d)

Be trendy (crop top, Jordans, etc...)

2.

How long does it take for the interviewer to determine whether you are a good match for the company?

a)

5 minutes

b)

1 Week

c)

30 minutes

d)

1 hour

3.

What should you NOT do to prepare for an interview?

a)

Research the company

b)

Learn the company's concerns and problems

c)

Practice top interview questions and answers

d)

Memorize common answers to top interview questions

4.

It is important to be nice to the secretary when you walk in.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

When answering interview questions, it is important to...

a)

Be specific

b)

Be general

c)

Stretch the truth to look better

d)

Take up as much time as possible.

6.

Make sure to bring up your salary expectations during the first interview.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

As soon as the interview is over, you should...

a)

Go home and rest. You deserve it!

b)

Replay each question and answer in your head.

c)

Send a thank you note to the interviewer.

d)

Sit back and wait for the cash to roll in.

8.

You should bring a copy of your resume to the interview.

a)

True- Because the interviewer might have trouble finding theirs.

b)

False- Because you will insult them by assuming they can't find it.

9.

Which choice should not be used for answering this question

"How to introduce yourself impressively?"

a)

Make eye contact.

b)

Smile

c)

Use appropriate body language.

d)

Stare at one interviewer.

10.

Choose the best answer for this question

“What is your greatest weakness?”

a)

I can’t work under pressure.

b)

I have no weakness.

c)

I've learned to make my perfectionism work to my advantage.

d)

I am an expert, so I can deal with everything.

11.

Choose the best answer for this question “Why do you want this job?”

a)

I like easy job.

b)

I’m personally drawn to this mission.

c)

I have admired this company’s successful strategies and mission for years. There are values I greatly admire.

d)

In one month, I streamlined the process, which saved my group 10 man-hours each month and reduced errors on invoices by 25%.

12.

It is important to show the employer/interviewer that you are:

a)

more than qualified

b)

engaged in the interview process (body language)

c)

not overly eager for the position

d)

wearing cologne or perfume

13.

Thank-you letters should be sent out within _____of the interview.

a)

one week

b)

one month

c)

one day

d)

a few days

14.

All of the following are important to do after an interview except:

a)

write a thank-you email

b)

alert references

c)

request a second interview

d)

jot down important notes

15.
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
16.
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. 
17.

How did John conclude "The Good" Interview?

a)

By asking the interviewer if he had received the job

b)

By asking when a decision would be made, thanking the interviewer and shaking her hand before leaving

c)

By telling the interviewer how he could be contacted to be informed of the hiring decision

d)

By telling the interviewer he enjoyed the interview and would love to take her to lunch, then hugged her

18.

During a lunch or dinner interview, no food should be eaten as a finger food; cutlery should always be used.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Which federal for documents an employee's eligibility to work in the United States?

a)

W-4 Form

b)

W-9 Form

c)

I-9 Form

d)

I-4 Form

20.

In the "Bad Interview", which of the following was a mistake John made in terms of nonverbal cues?

a)

He answered questions inappropriately

b)

He did not make eye contact

c)

He was overdressed

d)

His answers were too long

21.

The best way to reject a job offer is to

a)

let them know via text message right away

b)

let them know via e-mail right away

c)

say nothing at all

d)

let them know via phone right away

22.

All are indirect compensations EXCEPT:

a)

salary

b)

insurance

c)

retirement plans

d)

paid time off

23.

The interviewee is the person who asks the questions.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

Attitude is often reflected in your behavior.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Compensation paid based on the number of hours an employee works is called

a)

commission

b)

bonus

c)

tips

d)

hourly wage