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WorksheetsPreparing for Success
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 18mins
Your friend, Troy, is taking a different Economics course than you. His course is an accelerated course but he does not receive college credit for taking it. His course is likely a...
Honors Course
A.P. Course
I.B. Course
Dual Enrollment Course
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 student's 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
Which of the following is NOT typically included in your high school transcript?
The name of your school
Your GPA
The courses you’ve taken and when you took them
A list of your test and quiz grades in each course
If a student takes an accelerated course but does not receive college credit, what type of course is it most likely?
Honors Course
Dual Enrollment Course
A.P. Course
I.B. Course
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
Which of the following is NOT a recommended item to bring to a job interview?
Copies of your resume
A list of questions to ask the interviewer
Your cell phone with the ringer on
A notepad and pen
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
Which characteristic best describes a soft skill?
A characteristic or skill specific to your job
A skill learned through formal education
A skill that is harder to measure but can be used in every job
A skill that is measurable and easy to demonstrate
What is the best piece of advice you can offer Renee when developing her resume?
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
Egan is applying for a job as a lifeguard. What is one soft skill AND one hard skill he should list on his application/resume?
Positive work ethic & strong leadership
Trained in CPR & AED certified
Enjoys video games & a fast runner
Strong work ethic & CPR certified
Why is it important to highlight both hard and soft skills on a job resume?
Because employers only care about hard skills
Because soft skills show your personality and how you interact with others, while hard skills show your technical abilities
Because resumes should be as long as possible
Because only soft skills matter in the workplace
Flexibility, leadership, organization, and effective communication skills are all examples of...
Soft skills
Hard skills
Personality skills
Interpersonal skills
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.
Jeans and a t-shirt
Her most comfortable outfit, likely a sweatshirt
A formal dress
A collared shirt and slacks/skirt
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
Email the interviewer with specific questions she wants answered during the interview
Delete her LinkedIn profile
Which of the following is NOT a good way to prepare for a job interview?
Research the company
Stay up all night playing video games
Prepare questions for the interviewer
Choose appropriate clothing
The assigned number you earn per class depending on if it is a one or two semester course. You receive .5 for a semester course & 1 for a 2 semester course.
Earnings
GPA
Credit
Class Rank
This is a point value that is determined by your overall average grades
ACT
SAT
GPA
PSAT
Resumes are like
advertisments
obituaries
addresses
orations
Which of the following are included in resume?
Hobbies, favourite food
Personal interest
Contact details, experience, qualification
None
What should you NOT write in the personal profile?
The type of job you would like
Why you would be a great fit
The working hours and salary you want
A summary of your skills
Isla and James are reviewing their resumes before sending them out for job applications. How many errors should they aim to have on their resumes to make a great impression?
4 or more
three
one or two
zero
In the real world, which do you think is more important for a job?
Personality
Skills
A meeting of people face to face, especially for consultation.
Meeting
Interview
Have you ever had a job interview?
Yes
No
If you've had a job interview, what did you do well?
If you've never had one, just say that you've never had one.
If you've had a job interview, what surprised you the most?
If you've never had one, just say that you've never had one.
When going for an interview, why is it important to dress appropriately?
It shows you don't care about the job
It helps make a good first impression
It is not important
It ensures you get the job
