WorksheetsPreparing for Success
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is the difference between a college essay and a recommendation letter?
The essay is written by the student, and the letter is written by an adult
The essay is written by an adult, and the letter is written by the student
The essay describes everything on your transcript, and the letter is about your personality.
How will being involved in extracurricular activities also help your college essay and/or recommendation letters?
If you fill your college application with enough extracurriculars, you won't have to write the essay
Extracurricular activities are after school clubs where you can write the essays and letters you need
You'll have interesting experiences and make connections with adults who can write recommendations
How is a student's GPA typically calculated?
It is the median score of all of the grades you have received in school
It is an average of all of the grades you have received in school
It is an average of a students grades with a heavier weight on your 12th grade or final year
No one knows how GPA is calculated; it is very complex
Your high school transcript will include each of these items EXCEPT...
The name of your school
Your GPA calculated with all of the courses you’ve taken so far
A list of your test and quiz grades in each course
The courses you’ve taken and when you took them
Why is it important to have adults who can write recommendation letters for you?
They can describe your test scores in detail
They can provide personal insights and support your college application
They can help you write your college essay
They can calculate your GPA for you
Which document outlines your courses and grades throughout all of high school?
Resume
Report Card
Transcript
Letter of Recommendation
What is the purpose of a resume?
An official record of your GPA, courses taken, number of credits earned, and academic honors
To highlight your skills, experiences, and accomplishments to an employer with the goal of getting a new job.
To demonstrate your qualifications and request an increase in income for a job you already have
A listing of the current projects, tasks, and goals at your current place of employment
Bronson does not have any previous work experience. What do you recommend he include on his resume instead?
Create a list of jobs he plans to apply for
Extracurricular activities and/or achievements
Simply type "No previous work experience" directly on the resume
His parent's work history since he still lives with them
Each of these actions is recommended during a job interview except...
Plan to arrive early
Be honest
Bring copies of your resume
Turn your cell phone ringer volume low so it only interrupts a little bit if it rings during the interview
Why is it important to highlight your skills and experiences on a resume when applying for a job?
It helps you get a higher salary at your current job
It shows an employer why you are a good fit for the job you want
It allows you to avoid interviews
It is required by law for all job applications
What is an elevator pitch?
A concise introduction that lets the other person know who you are, what you’re interested in, and how they can support you
A written document that states your personal and professional goals
A formal, professional greeting in which you list your education and previous work experience
A short slogan or tagline that best describes your work ethic and professional goals
Renee is developing her resume for a job she wants to apply for and asks you for suggestions. What is the best piece of advice you can offer her?
Use action words to clearly communicate your skills and experience
Add a lot of detail and make your resume as long as possible
Always hand-write your resume so it is more personal
There is no need for a resume, just request a direct interview instead
Kai has a job interview in a few short hours. He is questioning how he should greet the interviewer when they walk into the room. What should he do?
Give the interviewer a firm handshake
Give the interviewer a high five
Give the interviewer a hug
Give the interviewer a fist bump
Annaliese is preparing for a job interview. Select the most appropriate clothing option for her.
Ripped Jeans and a t-shirt
Her most comfortable outfit, likely a sweatshirt
A long sparkly, pink dress
A collared shirt and slacks/skirt
Why is it important to use action words on your resume?
They help clearly communicate your skills and experience
They make your resume longer
They make your resume more colorful
They are required by all employers
Kennedy has her first job interview tomorrow. What can she do to prepare?
Stay up all night playing video games to relax
Research the company
Delete her LinkedIn profile
Which of the following is NOT a good way for Kennedy to prepare for her job interview?
Research the company
Stay up all night playing video games to relax
Email the interviewer with specific questions
Prepare answers to common interview questions
Why might it be helpful for Kennedy to email the interviewer with specific questions before her interview?
It shows she is interested and prepared
It will make the interview shorter
It allows her to skip the interview
It helps her avoid researching the company
If Kennedy deletes her LinkedIn profile before her interview, what could be a possible consequence?
The interviewer may not be able to learn more about her professional background
She will get the job automatically
She will have more time to play video games
The company will send her more interview questions
