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WorksheetsResume Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
The ___________ paragraph should create interest and explain why you are writing. It should state the type of position you are applying for, as well as how you heard about the company. Also in your first paragraph, refer to your enclosed or attached resume.
Introduction
Enclosure
Closing
Body
In many contexts, a resumé is short (usually ______ to _____ pages), and directs a reader's attention to the aspects of a person's background that are directly relevant to a particular position.
1,4
1,3
2,3
3,4
Cover letters are typically divided into _________ categories.
Four
Five
Three
Two
It is important to remember that cover letters are ________ letters, and you are the product. Cover letters serve to introduce you to an employer, and a resume tells about you.
Recommendation
Resume
Sale
Resignation
_____________ is a letter of introduction attached to, or accompanying another document such as a résumé or employment application; as a way of introducing themselves to potential employers and explaining their suitability for the desired position.
Resume
Reference Letter
Job Application
Cover Letter
What is a very important tip you should do before submitting your résumé? Select as many that apply.
Make it all bold
Spell Check
Have someone else read it
None of these
A cover letter serves to ________________________________.
Illustrate your communication skills.
Demonstrate your professionalism.
Create a favorable 1st impression.
All of them
What format does one write a cover letter in?
Business informal
Essay
Business formal
Personal
The ________ paragraph highlights or amplifies on the material in the resume or job application, and explains why the job seeker is interested in the job and would be of value to the employer.
None of them
Body
Closing
Introduction
___________ is a document used by individuals to present their background and skillsets.
Cover Letter
Business Letter
Resume
Cover letters are generally _____ page at most in length, divided into a header, introduction, body, and closing.
Four
Three
One
Two
In the __________ paragraph, you request action, such as an appointment, an interview, or some other definite action
Closing
Enclosure
Body
Introduction
What is the purpose of a resume?
A resume isn't needed in today's job market.
To get a job offer.
To interest an employer for them to contact me for an interview.
To document every job I ever had.
What should you be sure to include in your resume?
The resulting benefit of the project or assignment I completed.
My salary requirements.
Hobbies that are unrelated to my target position.
My membership in a controversial group or organization.
Which of these would you NOT include in your resume?
A list of preferences.
Political Party.
A list of references without contact information.
All the above.
