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WorksheetsGMS Job Application Quiz
Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 16mins
What should you use if a section on the application does not apply to you?
Leave it blank
Write N/A
Cross it out
Write 'None'
What is a Social Security Number (SSN) used for?
To specify work hours
To identify American citizens
To determine salary
To list job responsibilities
What should you do if you have minimal work experience?
Leave the experience section blank
Skip the application
Write 'No experience'
Include volunteer/internship experience
What is the role of a supervisor?
To fill out applications
To provide references
To oversee work and responsibilities
To determine salary
What is NOT important when filling out a job application?
Neat handwriting
Using a pen (blue or black ink)
Reading the application
Where you live
When picking up or dropping off a job application you should....
dress professionally
introduce yourself to the manager, if possible
be prepared for an interview right then
All of these.
The job application you turn in....
shouldn't be wrinkled or dirty
becomes a reflection of you
both
Which email would NOT be appropriate to use on a job application?
SuperRockStar@gmail.com
JesseSmith@gmail.com
JennyChevas@gmail.com
On a job application, under the section “position desired,” you should.....
be vague
write the word, "anything"
be clear on the position you desire
In the section of the application that asks “Desired Salary,” it is best to write....
N/A
"Open" or "Negotiable"
nothing
For the “Special Skills or Abilities” area of the application, you should...
leave it blank
list your work-related skills that an employer would look for in a good employee
list the skills you would like to learn
You can increase your chances of being hired by learning to properly obtain and complete a job application.
True
False
If you are able to work right away, you can write “immediately.”
True
False
Salary
How much a person earns from working.
Felony
A serious crime
Availability
The days and hours a person is able to work.
Negotiable
Flexibility in reaching an agreement.
When completing the past employment section on a job application, in what order should jobs be listed?
order is not important
start with your first job
start with current or most recent job
start with the job most related to your career objective
A job application can be filled out on computer or paper.
True
False
Which of the following is the last section on most job applications?
References
Signature
Personal information
Job-related questions
Which of the following response is most appropriate (assuming it is true) if a job application includes “reason for leaving” in the previous employment section?
“Wanted more responsibility”
“Personal problems”
“Conflict with co-workers”
Leaving the space blank
Marco is filling out a job application for a part-time food service job. The application asks him to list an expected pay amount, but Marco does not know what is typical and does not want to risk asking for too much or too little. Which of the following is recommended?
He should leave the space blank
He should write “anything”
He should write “negotiable”
He should write “do not know”
Should you ever write your full social security number on your job application?
Yes
No
It's ok to fib a little on your job application.
True
False
Who would not be a good reference for you to include?
Coaches
Your younger siblings
Teachers
Family friend
It's ok to put down a reference that you haven't asked.
True
False
If you don't have your reference's phone number, what would be the most appropriate thing to do?
Get it before turning in your application.
Leave it blank, if you get the interview you can just provide it then.
Write unknown in the phone number section.
Spelling is important on a job application.
True
False
If you mis-spell or have bad handwriting on your application, what impression does that give?
You don't care enough about the job to take the time to write neatly and double check spelling.
You don't have good attention to detail.
You may rush at the job therefore you may not be an ideal employee.
All of these are correct.
What is the difference between a job application and a resume?
A job application is written like an essay, and a resume is a list of chores.
A job application is a form the employer gives you, and a resume is something you create to show your skills and experience.
A job application and a resume are exactly the same thing.
A job application is only for adults, and a resume is only for teens.
