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Employability

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 35mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Communication is a learned skill.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Communication is the act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, and feelings.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

By listening effectively, you can get more information from other people, increase others' trust in you, increase conflict, and better understand how to work with others.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Which of these are strong Interviewing Skills

a)

Punctuality

b)

Casual Language

c)

Enthusiasm

d)

Preparedness

5.

I am showing initiative if...

a)

I see something say something

b)

Ignore it, it's not my job

c)

I see what needs to be done and do it even if it is not my responsibility

d)

Do my job perfectly

6.

90% of Communication is made up of

a)

Listening

b)

Non-verbal communication

c)

Opinion

d)

Suggestion

7.

My responsibilities to my employer include

a)

punctuality

b)

best use of work time

c)

following safety guidelines

d)

giving my opinion on best practices

8.

Why might a person from Georgia have trouble understanding a person from New York?

a)

Use of jargon

b)

Use of different tones

c)

Use of different dialects

d)

Use of different languages

9.

What term describes a variation of a language spoken by a particular group of people?

a)

Tone

b)

Jargon

c)

Dialect

d)

Semantics

10.

Smiling and rolling your eyes are examples of

a)

tone

b)

jargon

c)

gestures

d)

semantics

11.

Buzzwords, technical language, and slang in a profession are called

a)

jargon

b)

semantics

c)

noise

d)

bias

12.

"Frenemy" and "busted" are examples of

a)

jargon

b)

semantics

c)

gestures

d)

slang

13.

People often judge the sincerity of a speaker by his or her

a)

clarity

b)

tone

c)

gestures

d)

jargon

14.

People often judge the sincerity of a speaker by his or her

a)

clarity

b)

tone

c)

gestures

d)

jargon

15.

Body language and gestures are an example of

a)

context

b)

nonverbal communication

c)

medium

d)

compassion

16.

What is referred to as the ability to focus closely on what another person is saying to summarize the true meaning of a message?

a)

Listening

b)

Hearing

c)

Communicating

d)

Discussing

17.

A(n) ____________ is an preconceived idea about something that could affect a message usually negatively. (Select all that apply)

a)

bias

b)

thought

c)

prejudice

d)

discussion

18.

Which of the following is NOT an employability skill?

a)

ethical behavior

b)

teamwork

c)

technology

d)

sales

19.

Positive work behaviors and personal qualities which make individuals more likely to gain employment and succeed in their chosen career

a)

employability

b)

professionalism

c)

mannerism

d)

communication

20.

The specific style of behavior in the workplace such as dressing nice for the job, the way we shake hands, or how well we have eye contact:

a)

employability

b)

professionalism

c)

communication

d)

ethical behaviors

21.

Style of speaking or behaving

a)

employability

b)

professionalism

c)

mannerism

d)

effective communication

22.

Transferring information from one place to another, whether it is vocally, written, visually or non-verbally

a)

employability

b)

professionalism

c)

mannerism

d)

effective communication

23.

Values or standards which direct the way individuals interact with others

a)

ethical behaviors

b)

critical thinking

c)

problem solving

d)

none of these

24.

Required for professional advancement; consists of the desire and ability for life -long learning

a)

effective communication

b)

academic-preparation

c)

teamwork

d)

leadership

25.

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone; the opportunity or ability to act independently and make decisions without authorization; to be accountable for your own decisions.

a)

academic preparation

b)

responsibility

c)

dependability

d)

reliability

26.

Being able to evaluate arguments and information quickly, solve problems creatively and identify mistakes with efficiency

a)

problem solving

b)

teamwork

c)

critical thinking

d)

professionalism

27.

Requires gathering reliable information, assessing the information for answers and selecting a suitable solution based on the situation

a)

critical thinking

b)

leadership

c)

problem solving

d)

teamwork

28.

Working effectively and efficiently with others

a)

working alone

b)

teamwork

c)

communication

d)

leadership

29.

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

a)

teamwork

b)

problem solving

c)

leadership

d)

employability

30.

Working effectively and efficiently with others

a)

working alone

b)

teamwork

c)

communication

d)

leadership

31.

Ability to cope with job stress which benefits an individuals personal and professional life

a)

therapy

b)

exercise

c)

dependability

d)

stress management

32.

Abilities relating to dealing with persons on the job.

a)

Interpersonal Skills

b)

Teamwork Skills

c)

Networking

d)

Punctuality

33.

A meeting between an employer and a job applicant.

a)

Board Meeting

b)

Interview

c)

On the Job Training

d)

Business Luncheon

34.

A person working for someone else and receives wages or salary.

a)

Employee

b)

Employer

c)

Co-Worker

d)

Trainer

35.

A form in which your supply information about yourself that will help an employee make a hiring decision.

a)

References

b)

Summary

c)

Clock In Sheet

d)

Job Application

36.

Someone who hires another person or maintains personnel in a business.

a)

Human Resource

b)

Employee

c)

Employer

d)

Job Personnel

37.

A letter requesting an interview for a job.

a)

Resume Request

b)

Cover Letter

c)

Letter of Application

d)

Job Search

38.

The keeping private of sensitive personal information involving other people.

a)

Job Hotline

b)

On the Job Trust

c)

Punctuality

d)

Confidentiality

39.

An occupation to which you have made a long-term commitment.

a)

Resume

b)

Career

c)

College Degree

d)

Application

40.

Making use of all your personal connections to achieve your career goals.

a)

Networking

b)

Teamwork

c)

Collaboration

d)

Employer

41.

Employees teach, show, and demonstrate skills that employees will practice.

a)

On the Job Performance

b)

On the Job Training

c)

Aptitude

d)

Networking

42.

People who know an applicant well and can provide information about that person professionally.

a)

References

b)

Acquaintances

c)

Parents

d)

Friends

43.

A summary of your qualifications for a job.

a)

Work Experience

b)

Qualifications

c)

Resume

d)

Work Portfolio

44.

The natural talents or capacities to do something.

a)

Aptitude

b)

Intelligence

c)

Skills

d)

Knowledge

45.

Someone who applies for a job.

a)

Employee

b)

Job Seeker

c)

Candidate

d)

Applicant

46.

Which form of communication should be used in a professional setting?

a)

Tweet

b)

DM

c)

Email

d)

Text Message

47.

Which form of communication should be used in a professional setting?

a)

Tweet

b)

DM

c)

Email

d)

Text Message

48.

What is the definition of employability skills?

a)

Transferable skills need to do well on the job interview

b)

Hiring the right employee

c)

Transferable skills needed by an individual to make them employable

49.

Which of these are signs of a bad employee?

a)

Frequent absences

b)

Missed deadlines

c)

Improper language use at work

d)

Poor quality of work

e)

All of the above

50.

Good employability skills that help to get your hired keep you employed.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

Having a professional appearance doesn't matter to employers.

a)

True

b)

False

52.

What are some examples of good time management?

a)

Goal setting and meeting goals

b)

Multitasking

c)

Creating and keeping deadlines

d)

Thinking strategically.

e)

All of the above.

53.

Which of these best demonstrates proper business etiquette?

a)

Always say "please" and "thank you"

b)

A handshake is still professional

c)

Foul language is acceptible

d)

Answer A and B

54.

What is an example of demonstrating positive behavior when given direction or criticism?

a)

Verbally responds sharply back to defend ones action/s

b)

Expresses ideas clearly and effectively and is a good producer

c)

Talks about co-workers behind their back

d)

Blames others

55.

Being able to work effectively in teams is important because

a)

Teamwork improves efficiency and productivity

b)

Feedback from others provides great learning opportunities

c)

Teamwork offers different perspectives and feedback from the team members

d)

Teamwork creates unity in the work environment

e)

All of the above