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WorksheetsCPA Gold Test 2-1
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which of the following is the most formal evening dress code in western fashion?
business formal
black tie
white tie
black tie optional
Which of the following types of attire is appropriate for a prom?
business formal
black tie
semiformal
business casual
Which of the following dress codes suggests men wear tuxedos but does not insist on it?
black tie
white tie
business formal
black tie optional
Which of the following types of attire is appropriate for a company-sponsoired cocktail party?
black tie
business casual
business formal
black tie optional
Cargo shorts and sandals are only allowed in which of the following dress codes?
semiformal
casual wear
business casual
black tie optional
Which dress code is your school uniform?
business casual
business formal
black tie
casual
Which of the following is NOT appropriate for a job interview?
black suit
sundress
high or low heels
briefcase
What kind of tie is recommended for business formal?
conservative
shiny
thin
Which dress code would be required for a state dinner?
black tie
white tie
formal
business formal
Which dress code would be most appropriate for a cookout?
business formal
business casual
casual
black tie optional
Ben Alexander said which of the following regarding interviewing?
actions speak louder than words
perfect practice makes perfect
it's now or never
always look on the bright side
Which of the following is NOT a suggested source for finding information about an organization?
trade publications
the internet
the business itself
magazines
It is suggested you use which of the following to learn about the position for which you are being interviewed?
the hiring manager
your teacher
the job description
your parents
When responding to the common interview question, "Tell me about yourself," you should od which of the following?
provide a brief biography including your birthplace and family size
describe an accomplishment for each year of your life
summarize your relevant interests, experiences, and goals
talk about your tlong-term career plan and your dream job
Terri Duncan gave what advice concerning how to discuss your strengths and weaknesses?
be honest and original and provide examples
search te internet for good answers
mention weaknesses first and talk about strengths so long weaknesses are forgotten
talk about six or seven strengths, but only one weakness
Kami Golightly suggested responding to, "Why are you reight for the position?" in which way?
by telling the employer you are willing to do anything
by flattering the employer with compliments of the company
by asking the employer, "why not me?"
by speaking about a skill set which ties back to the requirements
According to the presentation, why would employers ask critical-thinking or problem-solving questions during an interview?
to recognize the types of problems applicants should be assigned when on the job
to determine how applicants think on their feet and approach difficult situations
to make applicants feel uncomfortable and inadequate
to provide applicants with examples of problems they might face if hired
How did Terri Duncan suggest handling problem-solving questions?
think about situations in your life you have had to overcome
search the internet for good answers
be as vague and general as possible
tell the interviewer you would bring the problem to management
If asked an off-the-wall question, Kami Golightly said you should do which of the following?
ask the interviewer what the question has to do with the job
refuse to answer the question
stop, think, be creative, and tie in the qualifications
provide an off-the-wall answer
Which of the following is NOT a suggested method of practicing for job interviews?
practice with your parents
practice by interviewing for jobs you do not want
film yourself in a mock interview situation
practice in front of the mirror
When more than one applicant is interviewed at the same time, it is known as which of the following?
commparative interview
panel interview
group interview
limited interview
When might an organization conduct a phone or online interview?
when distance is a limitation
when the business does not have an office
when time is a limitation
when the business needs to hire multiple people
Which of the following is the suggestion for when you should arrive at a job interview?
thirty minutes early
ten minutes early
exactly when the interview is scheduled
fashionably late
Which of the following is typically the last thing an interviewer asks?
why should I hire you?
when can you start?
why do you want this job?
do you have any questions?
Terri Duncan recommends following up after an interview in which way?
send a gift such as flowers or food along with a thank-you card
make contact in a way which fits the industry and is comfortable to you
do something original and memorable, like sending a singing telegram
only follow up if you discussed it during the interview, otherwise just wait to be contacted
In "The Bad" interview, which of the following was a mistake John made in terms of nonverbal cues?
his answers were too long
he did not make eye contact
he was overdressed
he answered questions inappropriately
In "The Bad" interview why was John's response to "Why are you right for the position?" inappropriate?
it was self-centered
it was too specific
it was critical
it was an appropriate response
John appeared professional and dedicated by doing which of the following to start "The Good" interview?
arriving to the interview 20 minutes early
giving the interviewer a gift
dressing professionally and providing his resume
making small talk and taking a personal interest in the interviewer
How did John use his portfolio in "The Good" interview?
he did not use his portfolio
he offered it to the interviewer to provide examples of his strengths
he provided an explanation of each item as the interviewer looked through it
he told the interviewer to read it carefully before making a hiring decision
In "The Good" interview, what question did John ask when given the opportunity?
will I receive vacation time?
what is the worst thing about this job?
what is the best thing about this job?
how are the company culture and office atmosphere?
Which of the following is NOT one of the suggested items to bring with you to a job interview?
portfolio
resume
pen and paper
small gift
Although interviews last around 30 minutes, the interviewer will likely form an opinion of you after how much time?
less than one minute
five minutes
ten minutes
twenty minutes
Which of the following is an appropriate question to ask the interviewer at the end of an interview?
how much money will I make?
what do you like most about working here?
what is the company's mission?
do you perform background checks?
Which of the following does the presentation say is hte most important question to ask at the end of an interview?
how much money will I make?
what happened to the person who previously worked in this position?
do you think I got the job?
when will a decision be made to fill the position?
Which of the following is an interview "DO NOT" listed in the presentation?
ask questions
arrive early
fidget
be yourself
In "The Bad" interview, John started off poorly by doing which of the following?
overdressing
forgetting his resume
being late
being early
In "The Bad" interview, why was John's response to "Tell me about yourself" not ideal?
he talked too loudly and too quickly to be understood, and he did not provide basic details such as age
he provided too much information and contradicted himself
he talked too much about irrelevant, personal qualities, and he brought up a controversial topic - politics
he did not seem sincere in his answer, as if he had gotten it out of a book and memorized it
Which of the following helped John appear engaged during "The Good" interview?
his pausing after the interviewer finished each question
the volume of his voice
his clothing and hairstyle
his body language and eye contact
In, "The Good" interview, why was John's response to "Do you have any questions?" appropriate?
his question displayed his interest in the job and company
his question simply required a "yes" or "no" answer
his question put the interviewer on the spot and was difficult for her to answer
he demonstrated his expertise by not asking any questions
How did John conclude "The Good" interview?
by asking the interviewer if he had received the job
by asking when a decision would be made, thanking the interviewer and shaking her hand before leaving
by telling the interviewer how he could be contacted to be informed of the hiring decision
by telling the interviewer he enjoyed the interview and would love to take her to lunch, then hugged her
This helps you understand other people, how they perceive you, your attitude, and your responses to them
self awareness
self regulation
motivation
empathy
Using emotions that help you reach your goals.
self awareness
self regulation
motivation
empathy
Being aware of other people's feelings, needs and concerns.
self awareness
self regulation
motivation
empathy
Managing your emotions and impulses.
self awareness
self regulation
motivation
empathy
Creating positive relationships with others.
emotional skills
cognitive skills
behavioral skills
social skills
These skills refer to your ability to deal with, manage, express and control your emotional states.
emotional skills
cognitive skills
behavioral skills
social skills
These skills involve the progressive building of learning skills, including your memory and thinking.
emotional skills
cognitive skills
behavioral skills
social skills
These skills are used to successfully interact with others.
emotional skills
cognitive skills
behavioral skills
social skills
By looking for ways to consistently improve on emotional, cognitive, and behavioral skills, you will increase your _______________________!
emotional intelligence
cognitive intelligence
behavioral intelligence
social intelligence
What are the three A's you should apply for every mistake you make?
apply, answer, apologize
acknowledge, apply, answer
answer, apologize, acknowledge
acknowledge, apologize, avoid
