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Resume, CV and Cover Letter Quiz

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Should you put your hobbies on a CV?

a)
No, hobbies are irrelevant to a CV.
b)
Yes, you should put your hobbies on a CV if they are relevant and enhance your application.
c)
Only include hobbies if they are your main profession.
d)
Hobbies should be listed first on the CV.
2.

What language does "Résumé" come from?

a)

Latin

b)

Hebrew

c)

Greek

d)

French

3.

What is the primary purpose of a resume?

a)

To list personal hobbies

b)

To showcase relevant qualifications and experiences

c)

To share social media profiles

d)

To display favorite quotes

4.

Which tense is commonly used when describing past job experiences on a resume?

a)

Present tense

b)

Future tense

c)

Past tense

d)

Conditional tense

5.

What is the recommended format for saving and submitting a resume electronically?

a)

.TXT

b)

.DOCX

c)

.PDF

d)

.JPEG

6.

How many references should be on a CV

a)

4

b)

3

c)

2

d)

1

7.

What is the purpose of including quantifiable achievements on a resume?

a)

To fill up space

b)

To make the resume more interesting

c)

To provide evidence of impact and success

d)

To demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language

8.

What is the role of a professional summary on a resume?

a)

To list personal preferences

b)

To provide a brief overview of qualifications and experience

c)

To share contact information

d)

To showcase a sense of humor

9.

When referring to your salary income, what is annual income means?

a)

daily

b)

weekly

c)

monthly

d)

yearly

10.

What tone is generally appropriate for a cover letter?

a)

Casual and informal

b)

Academic and complex

c)

Professional and formal

d)

Humorous and light-hearted

11.

What is the purpose of including a "References" section on a resume?

a)

To list personal interests

b)

To provide contact information for friends

c)

To offer professional references

d)

To share social media profiles

12.

Why is it important to proof read a cover letter before submission?

a)

To make it longer

b)

To correct errors and improve clarity

c)

To add irrelevant details

d)

To change the formatting

13.

In the skills section, it is advisable to:

a)

Include every skill imaginable

b)

List only technical skills

c)

Highlight soft skills only

d)

Tailor skills to the specific job applied for

14.

What is the significance of action verbs in a resume?

a)

They add unnecessary length to the document

b)

They make the resume more visually appealing

c)

They emphasize achievements and responsibilities

d)

They provide contact information

15.

How should you address the recipient in a cover letter if their name is unknown?

a)

Dear Hiring Manager

b)

Hey there!

c)

To whom it may concern

d)

Greetings

16.

What language does "Curriculum Vitae" come from?

a)

Latin

b)

Hebrew

c)

Greek

d)

French

17.

What is the purpose of a chronological resume format?

a)

To emphasize skills and qualifications

b)

To highlight achievements in a specific job

c)

To list experiences in reverse chronological order

d)

To focus on volunteer work

18.

What is the purpose of a resume objective statement?

a)

To provide a summary of skills

b)

To express career goals and aspirations

c)

To list educational qualifications

d)

To showcase work experience

19.

What does the term "Curriculum Vitae" mean in English?

a)

Course of Sequence

b)

Course of Action

c)

Course Summary

d)

Course of Life

20.

What is the purpose of the closing paragraph in a cover letter?

a)

To provide a detailed work history

b)

To list your references

c)

To negotiate salary

d)

To request an interview

21.

What is the best way to sign off a cover letter?

a)

Cheers

b)

Sincerely

c)

Yours

d)

Take care

22.

Which section of a resume typically comes first?

a)

Skills

b)

Education

c)

Work Experience

d)

Contact Information

23.

The word "résumé" comes from the French word résumer meaning 'to

a)

Sequence

b)

Action

c)

Summarize

d)

Course of Life

24.

How far back in your work history should you typically go on a resume?

a)

5 years

b)

10 years

c)

15 years

d)

No limit

25.

What does CV stand for?

a)

Curriculum Verdict

b)

Creative Value

c)

Custom Vacancy

d)

Curriculum Vitae

26.

What should you do if you experience rejection during the job search process?

a)

Give up

b)

Let it affect future interviews

c)

Learn from it and move on

d)

Blame the interviewer

27.

What should be the focus of the "Hobbies and Interests" section on a resume?

a)

Personal achievements

b)

Personal preferences

c)

Activities related to the job

d)

Contact information

28.

What should be the focus of the "Work Experience" section on a resume?

a)

Personal hobbies

b)

Job duties and responsibilities

c)

Academic achievements

d)

Contact information

29.

What should be at the top of a CV?

a)

Name

b)

Address

c)

Personal profile

d)

Qualifications

30.

What qualities are interviewers looking for in your response to questions about handling stress and pressure?

a)

Reliance on others

b)

Proactive strategies for managing stress

c)

Lack of emotional resilience

d)

Tendency to avoid stressful situations

31.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for resume writing?

a)

Using jargon and acronyms specific to the industry

b)

Avoiding clichés

c)

Proofreading for errors

d)

Tailoring the resume for each job application

32.

What should you do if you don't have the hiring manager's contact information for the cover letter?

a)

Address it to a random department

b)

Skip the cover letter

c)

Use a generic salutation

d)

Address it to the CEO

33.

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the education section of a resume?

a)

Degree earned

b)

GPA (Grade Point Average)

c)

High school attended

d)

Major or field of study

34.

What should always be attached to a CV?

a)

Photograph

b)

Cover Letter

c)

Qualification Cert

d)

Facebook Profile

35.

Which of the following should be highlighted in the closing paragraph of a cover letter?

a)

Personal interests

b)

A request for a salary increase

c)

A call to action & expressing appreciation

d)

Spelling out the entire resume

36.

How many interviews should you have lined up at once?

a)

None

b)

A few

c)

Only one

d)

Many as possible

37.

What is the recommended length for an effective cover letter?

a)

One page

b)

Three pages

c)

Five pages

d)

As long as necessary

38.

What should you avoid in a cover letter?

a)

Customizing it for the job

b)

Repeating your resume

c)

Including specific examples of your work

d)

Highlighting relevant achievements

39.

How should employment gaps be addressed on a resume?

a)

By using a functional resume format

b)

By omitting them and hoping the employer won't notice

c)

By explaining them briefly and honestly

d)

By listing only years, not months, for each job

40.

How should you tailor your resume for a specific job application?

a)

By using a generic template

b)

By including all past job experiences

c)

By making it longer than usual

d)

By highlighting relevant skills and experiences