WorksheetsResume Writing Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the purpose of a resume?
To provide a detailed narrative of one's life experiences
To highlight your accomplishments and prove that you are qualified for the position
To list all the people you know in the industry
To explain why you left your previous jobs
Which of the following is NOT a section of the resume?
Objective/Summary
Hobbies and Interests
Work Experience
Skills
What should the 'Name, Phone, and Email Address' section of a resume include?
A detailed biography
Contact information to get in touch with you for an interview
References and previous employers
A list of certifications
What should you do when preparing your resume?
Only list the job titles you have held
Describe your accomplishments in detail and use action words/adjectives
Include every job you have ever had, regardless of relevance
Focus on personal life experiences rather than work experience
Job titles should be formatted as (a) on a resume.
What is the maximum page length your resume should be, as per the advice in the image?
Two pages
Three pages
Only one page
As many pages as needed
What is the suggested order for listing your employment history on a resume?
Alphabetical order
Order of importance
Reverse chronological order
Chronological order
According to the resume tips in the image, how far back should you avoid using information from?
Two years
Five years
Ten years
Fifteen years
On your resume, you should (a) the section headings.
Match the following actions with their importance in the resume finalization process.
Email it to friends
Action not recommended as primary feedback method
Post it on social media
Action not recommended for privacy reasons
Proofread it
Highly recommended to catch errors
Translate it into another language
Only necessary if applying for jobs in that language
Which of the following is a key element to include in the skills section of a resume?
General tasks you are capable of doing
Specific software or tools you are proficient in
Every skill you have ever learned
Only skills related to hobbies
How should you tailor your resume when applying for different jobs?
Use the same resume for every job application
Change your name to match the company culture
Highlight relevant experience and skills for the position
Include only your educational background
What is the importance of including action verbs in your resume?
To make the resume longer
To clearly communicate your responsibilities and achievements
To fill in empty spaces
To list your daily routine
The best word to complete the sentence is …
"I believe that my skills and knowledge will ______ your team."
Supported
Supporting
Supports
Support
Supporter
as you will see from my enclosed resume, my skills and experience are a good match for the ___ you are now trying to fill.
opportunity
position
newspaper
resume
