WorksheetsChapter 6 Test
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 40mins
The best way to make the contribution you were born to make is by doing work __________.
That pays you a lot of money
You’re passionate about
With nonprofits
That’s easy
You should always do research about the company you’re applying for a job at or interviewing with.
True
False
An entrepreneur is someone who __________.
Works an entry level job at a large business
Starts and runs their own business
Gets hired to work for their dream company
Starts and runs someone else’s business
The first step in finding your dream job is __________.
Interviewing
Discovering your talents, passions, and values
Dreaming about it
Applying
The Proximity Principle says: In order to do what you want to do, you need to be __________ people who are doing it and in __________ where it’s happening.
Around; places
Researching; areas
Friendly to; proximity to
Nice to; areas
What is NOT a benefit of working while in school?
Boost your GPA
Gain experience
Earn a grant
Develop skills
Job shadowing is a great way to gain experience in a career field.
True
False
The National Study of Millionaires revealed that millionaires are more likely to . . .
Watch TV at least 10 hours each week
Have an account with at least three social media platforms
Read one nonfiction book each month
Get up by 5 a.m. each morning
Being smart about how you spend free time is important when building your career. Which of the following is a great way to spend your free time?
Playing video games
Learning new things
Checking social media
Streaming videos online
If you don’t know the company dress code, it’s best to dress very casual for an interview.
True
False
Taking an entry-level position makes it difficult to advance in a career you want to explore.
True
False
Mentors are people who can guide, encourage, and hold you accountable as you make the climb to your dream job.
True
False
Employers consider soft skills as important as hard skills.
True
False
A great way to make an impression after an interview is to send a handwritten thank-you note to your interviewer within _____ after your interview.
2 weeks
30 days
30 minutes
48 hours
Your first job will likely be your dream job.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a way to make yourself a valuable employee in the future?
Improve your communication skills
Determine how much income you should make
Learn computer literacy skills
Become a team player
Which of the following is NOT a key quality of a good mentor?
Accomplished
Understanding
Wealthy
Caring
Which statement best distinguishes soft skills from hard skills in the context of career readiness?
Soft skills are technical abilities learned through formal training, while hard skills are interpersonal habits like communication and teamwork.
Soft skills are personal attributes like communication, reliability, and collaboration; hard skills are job-specific, measurable abilities gained through training or practice.
Soft skills are industry certifications, while hard skills are informal traits developed through daily life.
Soft skills and hard skills are both strictly technical and measured only by exams.
During an interview, which set of questions is most appropriate to ask a hiring manager to gain insight into the role and fit?
What are the core responsibilities, how is success measured, what does onboarding look like, and what growth opportunities exist?
Can you raise my starting salary, can I skip training, can I work without a supervisor, and can I choose my own job title?
What are the company’s lunch options, how often are parties held, do employees get casual Fridays, and can I decorate my desk?
When will I be promoted, how many vacation days can I take immediately, can I work from anywhere without approval, and can I set my own hours from day one?
Which description most accurately captures how a mentor helps on the journey to a dream job and what qualifies someone as a mentor?
A mentor is any popular influencer who gives general motivation; they help mainly by providing entertainment.
A mentor is a trusted, experienced person in your field who offers guidance, feedback, and introductions; they qualify through relevant experience, integrity, and willingness to invest in you.
A mentor is a peer with the same level of experience; they qualify by sharing identical interests.
A mentor is a manager who assigns tasks only; they qualify by holding authority regardless of experience or care.
