WorksheetsPEES: Career Unit Final
Total questions: 29
Worksheet time: 58mins
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Class
Date
1.
1. Soft skills can be best described as...
a)
Skills that are easy to demonstrate and measure
b)
Skills that allow a person to work effectively with others
c)
Skills that apply only to a specific position
d)
Skills that are unimportant to employers
2.
2. Your friend, Nabila, has a virtual interview tomorrow and is extremely nervous. Nabila should do all of the following things to prepare for her virtual interview EXCEPT…
a)
Test all of her technology including internet connection and audio
b)
Dress as comfortably as possible; since this is a virtual interview, professional dress is not necessary
c)
Ensure she has a clutter-free background
d)
Maintain positive body language during her interview such as good posture and eye contact with the camera
3.
3. Lilly is working on her first resume and has no previous work experience. What can she do to boost her resume?
a)
Emphasize her education and highlight her strong GPA
b)
Create fictional positions she held in the past
c)
Leave out volunteer experience since it's not paid work
d)
Include a lengthy paragraph at the top of her resume explaining why she has no previous work experience
4.
4. Grayson has a job interview tomorrow. Which of the following would be the BEST advice to give him?
a)
Avoid asking questions during the interview since it will show that he may not know something about the company
b)
Be sure to ask about things like vacation and sick leave since he will want to know how many days he can take off
c)
Plan to arrive at least 60 minutes early for the interview
d)
Conduct research on the company ahead of time to understand how his values and beliefs align with the company’s mission
5.
5. Which of the following suggestions is the BEST tip for career development?
a)
Wait to enroll in a 401(k) for as long as possible
b)
Stay at each position for at least 7 years
c)
Continue to develop new skills throughout your career
d)
Only update your LinkedIn when you’re job hunting
6.
6. If a college degree is expensive, why is it often considered a good financial decision to go to college?
a)
College graduates always hold higher-paying jobs than high school graduates
b)
College graduates have higher average lifetime earnings than high school graduates
c)
Most people don’t graduate with student debt
d)
After paying tuition, students will have a partial ownership stake in a valuable university
7.
7. Which statement is TRUE about the job posting shown here?
a)
The job is for an accounting specialist to work at Indeed
b)
Whoever is hired can expect to make $110,000 per year
c)
This scheduled hours are Monday-Friday with some weekends
d)
AutoNation will provide this employee with multiple types of insurance in their benefits package
8.
8. Which of the following is TRUE about a cover letter?
a)
A cover letter presents the same information that is on your resume
b)
A cover letter highlights your strengths and interest in a position
c)
A cover letter is typically 2-3 pages in length
d)
A cover letter can be used to apply to multiple different jobs
9.
9. Reign is a freelance personal trainer. Their work includes advertising their business, training clients, and handling billing. Reign would best be described as…
a)
A self-employed worker
b)
A full-time employee
c)
An intern
d)
A business partner
10.
10. Avery is a recent college graduate with a degree in marketing. She wants to expand her professional network. All of the following strategies would help her expand her network, EXCEPT…
a)
Attend a conference
b)
Complete a self-assessment
c)
Set up informational interviews
d)
Join a professional association
11.
11. All of the following are hard skills EXCEPT...
a)
Coding
b)
Accounting
c)
Carpentry
d)
Adaptability
12.
12. Joanna is looking for a new job and wants to improve her LinkedIn profile. All of the following are things she should do, EXCEPT...
a)
Update her photo so that it is professional and current
b)
Include vague, generic descriptions for previous job responsibilities
c)
Ask for recommendations from previous coworkers and supervisors
d)
Update her skills section to highlight both her soft and hard skills
13.
13. What is the purpose of a resume?
a)
To list all of your interests
b)
To highlight your work experience and qualifications
c)
To provide a list of references
d)
To show off your social media profiles
14.
14. What is the STAR method?
a)
A method for calming nerves before an interview
b)
A framework for effectively responding to common interview questions
c)
A technique for making small talk with interviewers
d)
A way of finding a job online
15.
15. Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding employee benefits?
a)
All employers offer the same employee benefits, so there is no need to review benefits when you are offered a job
b)
Employee benefits always cost you extra money, so it is important to choose only a select few when accepting a job position
c)
It is possible for a job with a lower salary to have a better total compensation package when employee benefits are included
d)
Jobs offering a higher salary always offer better employee benefits
16.
16. Neil decided not to go to college. After he graduated from high school, he started working as a real estate agent. This career decision has all of the following advantages, EXCEPT…
a)
He started earning money sooner
b)
He gained work experience and skills
c)
He expanded his range of possible job opportunities
d)
He learned about an industry
17.
17. Which of the following is the best strategy when using an online job board?
a)
Submit your resume to every job posting, even when you're not really interested in the job
b)
Set up a profile, set filters on which types of jobs you're looking for, and sign up for alerts
c)
Limit your activity on job boards to once or twice a month so you don't get overwhelmed
d)
Search for specific job titles you desire or specific companies you'd like to work for, but not both
18.
18. All of the following are good ways to convince your boss you deserve a raise, EXCEPT...
a)
You met or exceeded all of your performance targets over the last year
b)
You’ve taken on responsibilities outside of your job description
c)
Your landlord raised your rent and you need more monthly income
d)
You played a key role in advancing a goal of your organization
19.
19. What is the purpose of a 401(k) plan?
a)
To pay for medical expenses
b)
To develop new skills relevant to your job
c)
To improve your chances of getting an interview
d)
To save for retirement
20.
20. Which of the following statements about careers is generally TRUE?
a)
Your first job determines the rest of your career path
b)
Hard skills are more important than soft skills to employers
c)
The same skill set can be applied in different jobs
d)
College is the only way to learn hard skills
21.
21. All of the following are advantages of using LinkedIn, EXCEPT…
a)
You can skip attending networking events and use LinkedIn instead
b)
You can keep up with industry trends and thought leaders on LinkedIn
c)
You can find a job or internship on LinkedIn
d)
You can research potential future employers on LinkedIn
22.
22. Which of the following statements is generally TRUE about the gig economy?
a)
The majority of U.S. workers are in the gig economy
b)
App-based gig work guarantees a higher salary than median full-time employment
c)
App-based gig work makes it easy to start working and set your own hours
d)
Gig work is more likely to offer health insurance and 401(k) benefits than a salaried position
23.
23. Why should you personalize each thank you note you send after an interview?
a)
To show that you’re a polite person
b)
To make a lasting impression on each interviewer
c)
To avoid offending anyone
d)
Because it is required for most job interviews
24.
24. All of the following are common benefits included in a job offer, EXCEPT…
a)
401(k) retirement plan
b)
Health insurance
c)
Paid time off
d)
Company LinkedIn
25.
25. Annie is considering leaving her full-time job to be self-employed as a freelance graphic designer. She will have to take on all of the following new responsibilities, EXCEPT…
a)
Finding and buying health insurance
b)
Paying taxes every quarter, instead of every year
c)
Reporting to a manager weekly
d)
Marketing and building a network of clients
26.
26. How is a cover letter different from a resume?
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27.
27. Identify one skill that you have that would be relevant in the job market. Is it a hard skill or a soft skill? Explain your reasoning.
4 lines
28.
28. Tomi is 23 years old and has been working as a Junior Content Specialist at her company for 1 year. She wants to build professional relationships with more people. What is one way she can expand her professional network? Explain how that might benefit her career development.
4 lines
29.
29. If you’re interested in a job but don’t meet one of the PREFERRED qualifications in the job posting, should you still apply? Explain why or why not.
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