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WorksheetsExploring Careers and Job Skills
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
Which of the following is an example of a career pathway?
Health Sciences
Grocery Shopping
Watching TV
Playing Video Games
What is the main purpose of a resume?
To list your favorite movies
To showcase your skills and experiences to employers
To write a story about your life
To send messages to friends
Which section is commonly found at the top of a resume?
Education
Contact Information
Hobbies
References
What is a cover letter?
A letter that introduces yourself to an employer
A letter to your friend
A shopping list
A school assignment
Which of the following is a good tip for preparing for an interview?
Arrive late
Research the company
Wear pajamas
Ignore the interviewer
What is professional networking?
Making friends at school
Building relationships with people in your career field
Playing online games
Watching sports
Which of the following should NOT be included in a resume?
Work experience
Personal hobbies unrelated to the job
Education
Skills
Which is an example of a job search strategy?
Checking job boards online
Sleeping all day
Ignoring emails
Watching TV
Why is it important to tailor your resume for each job application?
To make it more relevant to the specific job
To make it longer
To confuse employers
To add random facts
Which action demonstrates good interview preparation?
Practicing answers to common interview questions
Forgetting the company name
Not reading the job description
Arriving without a resume
How can you use professional networking to help your job search?
By asking contacts for job leads or advice
By ignoring people in your field
By not attending events
By deleting your social media
Which of the following best describes a strong opening sentence for a cover letter?
"I am writing to apply for the Sales Assistant position at ABC Store."
"I like pizza."
"My favorite color is blue."
"I have a pet dog."
What is one way to demonstrate professionalism during an interview?
Dressing appropriately for the job
Chewing gum loudly
Using slang words
Interrupting the interviewer
Which of the following is a benefit of researching a company before an interview?
You can ask informed questions about the company
You can talk about unrelated topics
You can avoid answering questions
You can skip the interview
If you want to pursue a career in technology, which pathway should you explore?
Information Technology
Culinary Arts
Agriculture
Fashion Design
How would you decide which skills to highlight on your resume for a customer service job?
Choose skills that match the job description
List every skill you have, even unrelated ones
Only include sports skills
Leave the skills section blank
You are preparing for an interview and realize you don’t know much about the company. What should you do?
Research the company’s website and recent news
Ignore it and hope for the best
Ask the interviewer to explain everything
Cancel the interview
Imagine you have two job offers: one matches your career interests but pays less, and the other pays more but is not in your field. What should you consider before deciding?
Your long-term career goals and interests
Which job is closer to your favorite restaurant
Which job has a better uniform
Which job has more vacation days
You want to improve your professional network. What is a strategic action you can take?
Attend industry events and introduce yourself to new people
Stay home and avoid meeting anyone
Only talk to your friends
Ignore emails from professionals
After an interview, what is a thoughtful way to follow up with the interviewer?
Send a thank-you email expressing your appreciation
Do nothing and wait
Call every hour to ask for updates
Send a joke
What should you do before submitting your resume to a potential employer?
Proofread for errors and ensure information is accurate
Send it without checking
Add unrelated personal stories
Leave out your contact details
Which of the following is a good way to learn about a company's culture before an interview?
Read employee reviews and visit the company's social media pages
Guess based on the company name
Ignore and focus only on salary
Ask your friends about their favorite movies
What is an effective way to highlight your achievements during an interview?
Give vague answers
Change the subject to unrelated topics
Talk only about your hobbies
Share specific examples of your accomplishments
What is a good way to make your resume stand out to employers?
Leave out your contact information
Include jokes and cartoons
Write everything in one long paragraph
Use clear formatting and highlight relevant achievements
Which of the following is an effective method for finding job opportunities?
Ignoring job postings
Not updating your resume
Waiting for jobs to come to you
Networking with professionals in your field
What should you do if you are asked a question in an interview that you do not know the answer to?
Admit you don't know but explain how you would find the answer
Make up an unrelated story
Refuse to answer
Change the subject
Where can you search for a job? Check all that apply.
A job search engine
The Classifieds
A public employment agency
A job fair
An employment agency
What is an important step to take when preparing your cover letter?
Leave it blank
Customize it for each job application
Use the same letter for every job
Write it in a different language than the job posting
Which of the following should you avoid during a job interview?
Listening carefully to questions
Interrupting the interviewer while they are speaking
Arriving on time
Making eye contact with the interviewer
What is a good way to learn about potential career pathways?
Choosing randomly
Ignoring your interests and skills
Guessing based on job titles
Researching different industries and talking to professionals
What is a good way to prepare for common interview questions?
Arrive without any preparation
Memorize random facts
Ignore them and hope they don't come up
Practice answering them with a friend or in front of a mirror
Which of the following should you include in a cover letter?
Your favorite movie quotes
Your reasons for wanting the job and how your skills match the position
A list of your friends
Unrelated personal stories
What is an appropriate way to expand your professional network online?
Connect with professionals on LinkedIn and engage with their posts
Only use social media for personal updates
Send random messages to strangers
Ignore all networking opportunities
Which of the following actions can help you prepare for a successful job interview?
Practice answering common interview questions
Ignore the job description
Wear casual clothes regardless of the company
Arrive without any preparation
What should you focus on when writing the skills section of your resume?
List every skill you have ever learned
Only mention skills unrelated to the position
Include skills that are relevant to the job you are applying for
Leave the section empty
Which of the following is a good way to learn about different career pathways?
Pick a job at random without research
Choose a career based on what your friends are doing
Ignore all career advice
Attend career fairs and speak with professionals
Which of the following is a key element of a strong resume?
Writing in all capital letters
Including unrelated personal stories
Using clear headings and bullet points
Leaving out your education
What should you do after a job interview to leave a positive impression?
Arrive late to the next interview
Send a thank-you email to the interviewer
Complain about the interview on social media
Ignore any follow-up communication
How can you effectively research a company before an interview?
Skip researching and improvise during the interview
Ask your friends for random facts
Guess what the company does
Read the company’s website and recent news articles
Which of the following are included in resume?
Hobbies, favourite food
Personal interest
Contact details, experience, qualification
None
Again, what is a good example of being concise?
Responsible for the managing of customer accounts and answering questions
Directed account management and client interactions
What is a Resume and it's purpose?
Marketing your strengths
Snapshot of your professional journey
Personal marketing brochure
All of the above
Select all the things you should have on a professional resume.
Education
Work Experience
Hobbies
Training
When describing previous work experience, you should write your job description like a paragraph, not in bullet points
Which of the following is a benefit of attending industry events for professional networking?
Ignoring everyone at the event
Meeting professionals in your field and learning about new opportunities
Getting free food only
Spending time away from work
What is an important detail to include when listing your education on a resume?
How many friends you made
Your favorite subject in school
The name of your school and your degree or certification
Your lunch schedule
During a job interview, what is a good way to show you are interested in the position?
Leave the interview early
Look at your phone during the interview
Ask thoughtful questions about the company and role
Talk only about your hobbies
When preparing for an interview, which of the following is the most effective way to understand the company's culture and values?
Reviewing the company's financial reports
Reading the company's website and recent press releases
Asking friends about their opinions
Guessing based on the industry standards
What should you bring to an interview?
What should you NOT wear to a job interview?
A watch
Polished shoes
Clothing slightly dressier than what you'd wear on the job
Lots of perfume and aftershave
Who is the most important person to greet in a friendly and respectful manner?
The interviewer
The secretary
The receptionist
All of the above
What should you do before attending the job interview of a company?
a) Prepare well and be confident
b) Watching interview videos
c) Doing some research and knowing about the company & job profile
d) Taking our friends along with us for attending the interview
Which of the following should you NOT do in an interview?
arrive 10 minutes early
eat food while in the interview
make eye contact
answer questions honestly
What is your greatest strength?
I Know every thing
My beauty
I'm a sincere, dedicated and hardworking person
I will do whatever work is assigned
When asked about your previous employer...
tell the truth no matter what.
never say anything negative about them.
say "N/A".
What should you NOT wear to a job interview
Watch
Ripped jeans
Smart clothes
Clean shirt
What should you do before an interview? Check all that apply
Do an all nighter
Prepare Questions
Dress Appropriately
Research about the company
How much time should you spend rehearsing interview answers?
1 hour
10 minutes
3-5 hours
3 days
Can you ask an interviewer to repeat a question?
Yes
No
What is the first step in preparing for a job interview?
Choosing the right outfit
Researching the company
Practicing your handshake
Arriving early
Which of the following should you avoid including on your resume?
Education history
Personal hobbies unrelated to the job
Relevant work experience
Contact information
What is an appropriate way to dress for a job interview?
Wear pajamas
Wear a costume
Wear workout clothes
Wear professional or business attire
Which of the following is a good strategy for answering behavioral interview questions?
Give one-word answers
Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
Change the subject
Refuse to answer
When going to a job interview
Just come in when you have time and ask to get an interview
Dress appropriately, be on time, write questions down you may have before the interview
It is ok to be a little late, and bring a child if you do not have child care
It is expected you will be hired so it is fine to let the potential employer know you can't work evenings or weekends
What is a good way to show enthusiasm during an interview?
Speaking loudly
Smiling and nodding
Interrupting the interviewer
Talking about unrelated topics
When should you arrive to an interview?
1 hour early
5-10 minutes late
10-15 minutes early
1 hour late
Which of the following is a good practice for interview preparation?
Memorizing your resume
Practicing answers to common questions
Learning jokes to tell during the interview
Bringing a friend for support
When asked "tell me about yourself" you should talk about your life story.
True
False
What is a good way to make your resume stand out to employers?
Leave out your contact information
Include unrelated hobbies
Write everything in one long paragraph
Use clear formatting and highlight relevant achievements
Which of the following should you avoid when preparing for a job interview?
Arriving early and dressing professionally
Researching the company and practicing answers
Not preparing and being late
Bringing copies of your resume
What is the purpose of a cover letter in a job application?
To introduce yourself and explain why you are a good fit for the position
To list your favorite foods
To provide your home address
To describe your weekend plans
Which of the following is a key element to include in your resume?
Unrelated personal stories
Contact information
Your favorite hobbies
Cartoon drawings
What is a professional way to follow up after submitting a job application?
Ignore all communication from the company
Post complaints on social media
Call repeatedly every hour
Send a polite email inquiring about the status
Which action can help you prepare for a career in a new industry?
Take relevant courses or certifications
Ignore industry trends
Rely only on your current skills
Never update your resume
This is a document that lists your job experience and other related skills
Resume
Minor
ACT
Scholarship
Which of the following is the best way to describe your work experience on a resume?
Write long paragraphs without details
Include unrelated personal stories
Use action verbs and quantify your achievements
List only your job titles
What should you do before attending a job interview?
Wear casual clothes regardless of the company culture
Ignore the company's background
Arrive without any preparation
Review the job description and prepare relevant questions
Which of the following is NOT recommended when writing a cover letter?
Address the letter to a specific person if possible
Use generic templates for every job
Highlight how your skills match the job requirements
Keep the letter concise and focused
Which of the following is NOT recommended when preparing your resume?
Highlighting your most relevant achievements
Tailoring your resume to match the job description
Including outdated or irrelevant information
Using clear and professional formatting
What is an appropriate way to follow up after a job interview?
Send a thank-you email to the interviewer
Call the interviewer every hour
Ignore all communication from the company
Post negative comments about the company online
Which section is essential to include in a cover letter?
A summary of how your skills fit the job requirements
Personal anecdotes unrelated to work
Favorite vacation destinations
Your salary expectations
Which of the following should you avoid when writing your resume?
Highlighting your achievements
Organizing information with bullet points
Including irrelevant personal information
Using clear and concise language
What is a professional way to follow up after submitting a job application?
Call the company every day
Send a polite email inquiring about your application status
Ignore any communication from the employer
Post complaints on social media
Which of the following is an effective job search strategy?
Applying to jobs that match your skills and interests
Not preparing for interviews
Sending the same resume to every job
Waiting for employers to contact you without applying
What is the definition of a JOB?
A unique work situation or position, paid or unpaid.
The combination of work and learning that a person pursues during his or her life.
It is the same as a career.
What does it mean to be a VOLUNTEER?
To freely offer to do something; an altruistic activity where an individual or group provides services for no financial or social gain "to benefit another person, group or organization"
To be an employee, and do whatever the boss asks you to.
To work for money, but you do not get to know your wage.
What do you do for a JOB SHADOW experience?
You do the same work as a volunteer, but only for a day.
It allows an individual the opportunity to observe and work alongside an experienced worker to help gain insight into their particular work area.
You work for many days/weeks without any pay or compensation to learn the job.
Which choices below would be great options for your first job (and be your own boss)?
baby sitting
dog walking
painting
lawn and yard care
computer repair and assistance
What are some of the top skills and personal qualities that employers look for in potential employees?
laziness
ability to work with a team
leadership
time management
poor work ethic
The amount of money that a person makes at a job is called_____.
investment
salary
savings
tips
What is an APPRENTICESHIP?
A regular job with some training.
An opportunity to earn while you learn.
Training that combines on-the-job experience with classroom instruction.
What are some of the top skills and personal qualities that employers look for in potential employees?
laziness
ability to work with a team
leadership
time management
poor work ethic
What part time jobs can you do as a 14-15 year old (or older)?
Refereeing
Farm worker
Gas station attendant
Lifeguard
Restaurant work - buser, dishwasher, etc.
