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WCA RESUME AND INTERVIEW UNIT

Total questions: 136

Worksheet time: 2hrs 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
A tool that provides information about you to a potential employer.
a)
Career Portfolio
b)
Resume
c)
References
d)
Cover Letter
2.

individuals who can attest to the applicant’s abilities at work, school and in character

a)

Friends

b)

Contact Information

c)

Parents

d)

References

3.

A face-to-face meeting between the employer and the applicant

a)

lunch date

b)

interview

c)

resume

d)

employment

4.
While writing a resume you should NOT, include...
a)
Work Experience
b)
Education  
c)
Career Goals/objectives
d)
Age
5.
Who should not be asked to be a reference? 
a)
Relatives
b)
Teacher
c)
Coach
d)
Youth Pastor
6.
Do you need to get permission before you use a person's name as a reference?
a)
Yes
b)
NO
7.
When sending a resume electronically, what is the preferred format to use?
a)
Word
b)
PDF
c)
Excel
8.

This should be the largest thing on the page

a)

Name

b)

Email

c)

Phone number

d)

Experience

9.
Resumes should be no longer than one page
a)
True
b)
False
10.
Students should always include their GPA on their resume.
a)
False
b)
True
11.
A really good resume should be 2 pages long.
a)
True
b)
False
12.
 When describing work experience, paragraph-style job descriptions are preferred over bulleted lists. 
a)
True
b)
False
13.
It’s perfectly acceptable to use personal pronouns (I, me, my) on a resume. 
a)
True
b)
False
14.
Personal information (such as age, race, marital status) should never be included on resumes. 
a)
True
b)
False
15.
One or two typos or misspellings on a resume won’t hurt if you’re well qualified for the job
a)
True
b)
False
16.
The purpose of a resume is to...
a)
Establish a candidate's qualifications for a position in order to secure an interview.

b)
Establish a candidate's qualifications for a position in order to secure employment.
c)
Establish a candidate's qualifications for a position in order to eliminate the competition.
d)
Demonstrate your prior work experiences.
17.
___________________ 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
18.
The ____________ section of your resume includes all full-time and part-time jobs you have had.
a)
Employment experiences
b)
References
c)
Education
d)
Honors, awards & certifications
19.
The school from which you graduated would appear under the heading__________.
a)
Extra curricular activities
b)
Work experience
c)
Education
d)
Volunteer activities
20.
Your name, address, telephone number, and email address are___________.
a)
Personal Information
b)
References
c)
Work Experience
d)
Education
21.
____________ are the school clubs and other high school activities you joined.
a)
Honors, awards, achievement
b)
Career goals
c)
Extra curricular activities
d)
Job objective
22.
If you did not have any work experience, you should mention in your resume that you have no work experience.
a)
True
b)
False
23.
 Certain personal information needs to be included in the resume, such as...
a)
My name and contact information.
b)
My name, contact information and social security number.
c)
My name, contact information and date of birth.
d)
My name, contact information and religion
24.
What types of words are most important to include in your resume? 
a)
Action verbs and job-specific keywords 
b)
Colorful adjectives that describe you as a person 
c)
Multi-syllabic words that make you sound sophisticated 
d)
As much use as possible of the verb “to be”
25.

During an interview, you should ____.

a)

keep your phone turned on

b)

arrive exactly on time

c)

maintain good eye contact

d)

chew gum

26.
How many sheets of paper should your resume take?
a)
front and back
b)
1/2 sheet
c)
one page
d)
two pages
27.
When should you arrive for a job interview?
a)
one hour early
b)
for lunch
c)
late
d)
15 minutes early
28.
What is part of a resume?
a)
Job application
b)
an interview
c)
work experience
d)
salutation
29.
This is a meeting between you and a potential employer to explore job options
a)
job opportunity
b)
interview
c)
letter of applcation
d)
job search
30.
What is the first thing the employer sees with greeting you?
a)
your handshake
b)
your skills
c)
your resume
d)
your attire
31.
What is the primary goal of appropriate dress and grooming at a job interview?
a)
to make a good first impression
b)
to feel good about yourself
c)
to dress successfully
d)
to get a job
32.
What are the names and addresses of people who can recommend you for a job?
a)
resumes
b)
career objectives
c)
references
d)
letters of application
33.

A tailored document highlighting a person’s education, work experience, and skills. It is a summary of qualifications for a job, internship, scholarship, or other opportunity, and should be considered a marketing tool.

a)

Portfolio

b)

Resume

c)

References

d)

Job Application

34.

Which of these do you NOT include on a resume?

a)

education background

b)

work experience

c)

age

d)

qualifications

35.

Once you create a resume how often should you update it?

a)

Every year

b)

Every four years

c)

Every time something changes in your work experience, or if you learn something new

d)

It only needs to be updated when you have time

36.

It's acceptable to lie or embellish a little on a resume, if it means you'll get hired.

a)

True

b)

False

37.

What is a summary statement on a resume?

a)

Two paragraphs that describes what I am like on a resume.

b)

Two to three sentences that describes what you can offer in the position you are applying for.

c)

Usually found in the end of a resume that lists your skills and talents.

d)

A summary about the salary or pay that you are seeking for the job.

38.

About how much time will an employer glance at a resume?

a)

5 - 15 seconds

b)

15 - 30 seconds

c)

30 - 45 seconds

d)

45 - 60 seconds

39.

_________ provides tangible evidence of your ability and skills.

a)

Resume

b)

Cover Letter

c)

Career Portfolio

d)

References

40.

True or False ?

In a job interview, it is okay to pause and think before you answer a question.

a)

True

b)

False

41.

True or False ?

It is okay to lie about something you did in a job interview.

a)

True

b)

False

42.

True or False ?

How you are dressed makes a difference in a job interview.

a)

True

b)

False

43.

True or False ?

Your first impression doesn’t matter that much in a job

interview.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

Being well organized for a job hunt

a)

is not important

b)

will make you feel bad

c)

will minimize problems

d)

will take too much time

45.

Besides being focused, you will need to

a)

be assertive and persistent

b)

have a causal attititude

c)

be selfish

d)

none of the above

46.

Nina lists Spanish skills on her application.

a)

Good choice

b)

Bad choice

47.

What is a cover letter?

a)

An outdated form of applying for a job

b)

Another name for a resume

c)

Used to introduce your self to the employer and draw interest to resume

d)

Has credentials for the applicant

48.

True or false; In your cover letter it is okay to sell yourself in an arrogant manner because it shows confidence

a)

True

b)

False

49.

You should always use a professional language while writing a cover letter

a)

False

b)

True

50.
Summary of a person's professional or work experience
a)
Traits
b)
Profile
c)
Artistic
d)
Resume'
51.

A career development portfolio is a document that contains a student's achievement over time and provides an in-depth picture of the student's skills and competencies; a means to reflect on areas for life development, on the value of education, and on future lifestyle and career choices.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

52.

A short account of one's career, or resume, is typically used by an applicant for an employment position.

a)

Agree with Definition

b)

Disagree with Definition

53.

A portfolio is used to highlight your past experiences in a short written format.

a)

Agree with definition

b)

Disagree with definition

54.

An employment application is a form used to make a request for time off or leave.

a)

Agree with definition

b)

Disagree with definition

55.

An interview is a formal face-to-face meeting, especially one conducted for the assessment of an applicant.

a)

Agree with definition

b)

Disagree with definition

56.
The definition of punctual is 
a)
Acting or arriving at a place at an appointed time
b)
 arriving at your appointment
c)
scheduling your time
57.
Complete the sentence with the correct vocabulary word.
Today Carol has an appointment with the band director at 4:30 p.m she plans to arrive at 4:15 p.m so she can be ___________ 
a)
attendance
b)
workplace
c)
punctual
58.
Is the statement True or False?
When we have an appointment we should aim to arrive  15 mins early.
a)
True
b)
False
59.

Hygiene is essential for personal reasons such as stopping body odour

a)

True

b)

False

60.

Which of the following is okay to do at an interview?

a)

Ask the employer questions

b)

Answer your cellphone

c)

Be a few minutes late

61.

Which of these things should you bring to an interview?

a)

Copies of you resume

b)

A list of references

c)

Both A and B

62.

Your interviewer asks you what you think about your previous boss. You didn't get along with your previous boss. You answer:

a)

"He was a good leader and really kept the team focused and on-task."

b)

"He was alright, but we weren't that close."

c)

"We didn't exactly get along because he made a lot of impossible demands and was constantly on the phone."

63.

Thank-you notes are:

a)

not necessary to send.

b)

necessary only if you think your interview went well.

c)

something that should be sent within 48 hours of the interview.

64.

Your interviewer asks you what your greatest strengths are. How do you respond?

a)

By listing five or ten qualities you think are your best ones.

b)

Give two or three strengths and concrete examples of them.

c)

Say all the qualities and requirements that were listed on the job description.

65.

Other than your responses, you need to also pay close attention to:

a)

your body language.

b)

your eye contact.

c)

both a and b.

66.

What should you do research on before the interview?

a)

The company you're interviewing for.

b)

The industry you hope to work in.

c)

both a and b

67.
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
68.
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
69.
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
70.
What's a good answer: "Can you tell me a time when you endured a conflict and how you reacted?"
a)
No; I typically don't ever have any problems or issues with people. 
b)
I could not figure out how to solve a math problem, so I simply gave up. 
c)
A classmate and I disagreed on a project, so we rationally discussed on our own time to compromise.
d)
A classmate and I disagreed on a project, so I let her just do whatever she wanted. 
71.
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. 
72.
The impression you project through your outward appearance and conduct is?
a)
professional image
b)
posture
c)
reflective listening
d)
hygiene pack
73.
The daily maintenance of cleanliness through  the practice of good sanitary habits is?
a)
posture
b)
professional image
c)
personal hygiene
d)
guest
74.

It's good to wear tons of extra accessories (like earrings, bracelets, watches, necklaces) when going to work or a job interview.

a)

False.

b)

True.

75.

Clothes you wear to work or a job interview should always be:

a)

The same clothes you wore the day before or last week.

b)

Just a basic t-shirt and jeans.

c)

Whatever you want! Pajamas are even OK!

d)

Clean, ironed, and free of rips and stains.

76.

For an interview, a man should

a)

wear a long sleeved shirt.

b)

shave or groom facial hair.

c)

brush his teeth.

d)

All answers are correct

77.

For an interview, women should...

a)

never wear pants, only skirts or dresses

b)

wear heels of 2 inches minimum

c)

wear simple make-up and jewelry

d)

wear expensive jewelry so you appear more successful

78.
How does your professional appearance impact your career?
a)
Your appearance  does not affect your career.
b)
As long as you have a strong resume, your appearance never matters.
c)
Your appearance only impacts your career if you are in the business sector.
d)
Your appearance strongly influences other people's perception of your suitability for hire or promotion.
79.

You're asked a really difficult question. You don't know the answer off the top of your head, so you:

a)

answer, "That's a tough question. I'm really not sure."

b)

say the first thing that comes to mind.

c)

take a deep breath and think of an answer while paraphrasing the question

80.

Which one of these things should you always try to do during an interview?

a)

Ask your interviewer(s) for their business car and/or contact information at the end.

b)

Inquire about your salary.

c)

Smile and nod at everything the interviewer says.

81.

The purpose of an interview is:

a)

to match employees with the employer that best suits them, and vice versa.

b)

for the job candidate to talk about his achievements.

c)

for the employer to test the interviewee by asking tricky questions.

82.

Which of these is an example of a good question to ask the interviewer?

a)

What is that average salary for somebody in my position?

b)

What do you think is this company's greatest challenge in the near future?

c)

What skills does this job require?

83.

You think the employer might ask you for a list of references during the interview. Prior to the interview, you:

a)

let your references know that they might be contacted, but don't give them more details about the job.

b)

let your references know that they might be contacted an tell them about the job you're seeking and why you're a good fit for it.

c)

choose to not tell your references that they may be contacted.

84.

Choose the best answer for this question

“What is your greatest strength?”

a)

My beauty.

b)

I am a skilled salesman with over ten years of experience.

c)

I known every secret in my previous company.

d)

I can eat as much as you think.

85.

Choose the best answer for this question

“Why are you leaving “ or

” why have you left your job?”

a)

My current job puts a lot of focus on individual achievements, but I'm really looking forward to working in a collaborative environment.

b)

I don’t like colleague.

c)

My boss is too fierce.

d)

I don’t like environment around the building. It has many homeless.

86.

Which element is considered the hallmark of professionalism?

a)

posture

b)

trendy makeup

c)

functional clothing

d)

politeness

87.

How should you greet an interviewer when you first arrive?

a)

Say what's up and give a fist bump

b)

Smile, shake hands, and say your name

c)

Wait to be seated and then speak

88.

Which one is Not an acceptable reference?

a)

Former boss

b)

Coworker

c)

Parent

d)

Coach

89.

Which of the following is NOT suggested for preparing for your job interview:

a)

Conduct research on the company/industry

b)

Prepare answers to possible interview questions

c)

Plan to ask about salary and benefits at the beginning

90.

What are three most important keys to success in interviews?

a)

Good hygiene, nice smile, making jokes

b)

Making eye contact, showing enthusiasm, speaking clearly

91.

When asked, "tell me about yourself," the interviewer really wants what in response?

a)

A short background (personal, professional, goals)

b)

10-minute detailed story of your life, from birth to present

c)

What you personal life is like

92.

If you are asked to describe your current boss you should say what you don't like about them.

a)

Yeah, why not?

b)

No way! Keep it positive.

93.

You should always ask a question when the interviewer asks if you have any questions:

a)

Yes, always

b)

No, never

c)

Depends on how the interview goes

94.

Which of the following is great characteristic for job-seekers to have:

a)

Background knowledge of the company

b)

Discussing money

c)

A lack of interest and enthusiasm

95.

What is the ideal length of a resume?

a)

One page

b)

Two pages

c)

Put everything you've ever done on there.

96.

A thing a person enjoys doing or thinking about:

a)

hobby

b)

interest

c)

cats

d)

pastime

97.

What is the difference between soft skills and hard skills?

a)

Hard skills are easily measurable; soft skills are "people skills"

b)

Hard skills are more advanced than soft skills

c)

In job postings, hard skills are "required" and soft skills are "preferred"

d)

Soft skills are less important to employers because they're not technical

98.

Soft skills are a valuable skill set to have. All of the following are soft skills EXCEPT...

a)

Speaking multiple languages

b)

Creativity

c)

Responsibility

d)

Critical thinking

99.

A resume should include all of the following, EXCEPT

a)

Rationale for why you quit a previous job

b)

Your previous employment experience & responsibilities

c)

A highlight of your education experience

d)

Your contact information

100.

Which is true of an effective resume?

a)

It includes many details; the longer the resume, the better

b)

It works for every job application, so you don't need multiple resumes

c)

It uses key words and has a simple design

d)

It features your photograph

101.

How are your resume and cover letter related?

a)

Both should be handwritten detailed documents

b)

Your cover letter highlights your personality and interest in the position, your resume is work history only

c)

A cover letter includes entire work history, resume does not

d)

Both include your signature to signify they're legitimate

102.

Your cover letter should be one page in length and include...

a)

Two long paragraphs

b)

Benefits you hope to get with this job

c)

Your high school and college GPA, no matter what they are

d)

Descriptions of your strongest qualifications for the job

103.
Particular abilities to perform tasks well
a)
Skills
b)
Education
c)
Training
d)
Clusters
104.

ALL careers need college.

a)

true

b)

false

105.
____ can indicate what will be enjoyable. 
a)
Skills
b)
Hair color
c)
Interests
d)
hobbies
106.
The availability of an occupation is known as?
a)
Career Forecast
b)
Job Outlook 
c)
Pay
d)
Benefits
107.
people who can tell a potential employer why you are qualifiedfor a job
a)
references
b)
sister
c)
cover letter
108.
school activities people do in addition to attending school classes
a)
extracurricular
b)
resume
c)
supervise
109.
a meeting at which it is important to look and sound professional
a)
references
b)
job interview
c)
compensation package
110.

The ability to perform a task based on training and experience.

a)

Ability

b)

Job

c)

Series

d)

Skill

111.

Working without pay.

a)

internal

b)

interests

c)

volunteerism

d)

values

112.

A temporary paid or unpaid position that involves direct work experience in a career field.

a)

pursue

b)

internal

c)

internship

d)

interests

113.

Do you enjoy playing intramural sports?

a)

Open-Ended Question

b)

Close-Ended Question

114.

When is your birthday?

a)

Open-Ended Question

b)

Close-Ended Question

115.

What is the greatest challenge you and your team have ever faced during your time playing together?

a)

Open-Ended Question

b)

Close-Ended Question

116.

What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses as an actor?

a)

Open-Ended Question

b)

Close-Ended Question

117.
communication
a)
soft
b)
Hard
118.
Being Motivated
a)
Soft
b)
Hard
119.
Knowing how to use powerpoint
a)
Soft
b)
Hard
120.
Knowing how to speak a foreign Language
a)
soft
b)
Hard
121.
Working as a part of a team
a)
Soft
b)
Hard
122.

Are qualifications considered hard skills or soft skills?

a)

soft

b)

hard

123.

If you are a great communicator, is that a hard skill or soft skill?

a)

soft

b)

Hard

124.

If you are extremely motivated, is that a hard skill or a soft skill?

a)

Soft

b)

Hard

125.

If you are proficient in HTML is that a hard skill or soft skill?

a)

Soft

b)

Hard

126.

Soft skills are usually related to your personality and your "people skills."

a)

True

b)

False

127.

Hard skills will get you the job, but soft skills will allow you to keep the job.

a)

True

b)

False

128.

Soft skills DO NOT help to define the type of person you are to work with.

a)

True

b)

False

129.

Once you acquire a hard skill, it usually stays with you through your entire career.

a)

True

b)

False

130.

Hard skills are specific concrete professional abilities.

a)

True

b)

False

131.

Hard skills are NOT usually quantifiable and teachable such as accounting strategies, computer programming, or plumbing techniques.

a)

True

b)

False

132.

A good resume WILL NOT have a good balance of your hard and soft skills.

a)

True

b)

False

133.

Even though hard and soft skills are equally valuable, some careers have a higher demand for one over the other.

a)

True

b)

False

134.

Which of the following is NOT a hard skill?

a)

Typing speed

b)

Machine operation

c)

Time management

d)

Computer programming

135.

Unlike hard skills, it's hard to point to specific evidence that you possess a soft skill.

a)

True

b)

False

136.

What would be a good example of a hard skill?

a)

Reliability

b)

Web design

c)

Collaboration

d)

Verbal communication