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WorksheetsChapter 13 mc questions
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
Which of the following statements about today's job market is correct?
Today's job market remains stable and remarkably similar to the job market ten years ago.
Personal networking and referrals continue to be the primary route to hiring.
Despite its popularity, the Internet has not affected the way in which individuals search for jobs.
Job candidates should avoid using job boards, search engines, and social networks to hunt for jobs.
Which of the following statements about today's job search is correct?
The emphasis of today's job search is on the needs of the employer.
Today's job searchers should create a universal résumé that can be used for every job for which they apply.
Career paths for employees are now linear; that is, employees can expect to remain in the same position throughout their employment years.
Jobs are long lasting; therefore, today's employees will need little relearning and retraining.
The primary route to hiring today continues to be _______.
a well-crafted résumé
detailed cover messages
personal networking
strong interview follow-up messages
The first step in the job-search process is to _______.
prepare a résumé
contact professional and personal references
analyze individual interests and goals and evaluate personal qualifications
purchase appropriate interview clothing
Which of the following would help an individual assess his or her employment qualifications?
Do I speak, write, or understand another language?
How would you describe the perfect job, boss, and coworkers?
Would you like to work for someone else or be your own boss?
Do you enjoy working with people, data, or things?
On average in the United States, how many jobs will individuals between the ages of 28 and 52 have over the course of their careers?
3
7
12
20
Which statement about open and hidden job markets is correct?
More jobs are secured through the open job market than through the hidden job market.
The open job market consists of jobs that are advertised or listed.
Most job seekers start searching for jobs using the hidden job market.
The hidden job market refers to those jobs that are filled through illegal or unethical tactics.
Kendra is searching for a job and wants to use electronic sources. Which of the following will probably be her best source of online job listings?
Big job boards such as Monster and CareerBuilder
Specific company websites
Her college website job board
Niche websites
Which online source is used most for job searching and recruiting?
Monster
CollegeGrad
Which of the following tips will help you protect your privacy and safeguard your personal data when posting to online job boards?
Respond only to "blind" job postings.
Post your résumé on any online site to increase your employment opportunities.
Post your résumé only on sites that charge a fee.
Consider omitting your home address and home phone number.
Which of the following is an example of a niche website?
Advance Healthcare Network
CareerBuilder
To help you develop your personal network, you should develop a contact list of anyone who would be willing to talk with you about finding a job, make contacts with people in person and online, and _______.
wait for your contacts to contact you about potential job openings
do not initiate additional communication with your contacts because it would be too pushy
follow up on referrals
use only online resources to help you connect with others
Many job candidates use LinkedIn to research companies, receive job alerts, and _______.
get free résumé coaching
make friends
expand their personal and professional networks
find out the number of people who have applied for a job
A large part of your job-search strategy should be deciding what makes you special and desirable in the job market. This introspective process is called _______.
networking
personal branding
desired workplace behavior
cognitive reflection
All of the following are ways you can develop a personal brand: preparing a brief speech that describes who you are and what problems your skills can solve, creating an individual tagline that separates you from other candidates, and _______.
showing how you are similar to other job candidates
emailing all of your contacts a five-minute multimedia presentation that profiles your skills and experience
distributing business cards whenever you have an opportunity
creating an attractive résumé
A 30-second pitch describing who you are and what you can offer to a company or industry is called a(n) _______.
branding monologue
elevator speech
interview introduction
job speech
The most popular résumé format is the _______.
chronological format
direct format
functional format
indirect format
You are just graduating from college and have little employment experience. Which résumé style would help you emphasize your skills?
Chronological résumé
Video résumé
Functional résumé
Infographic résumé
Most recruiters favor a _______.
video résumé
functional résumé
chronological résumé
plain-text résumé
Which of the following is the best advice about résumé length?
Because recruiters are busy, keep it to one page.
Because recruiters and hiring managers want to know your skills, make it as long as needed to sell yourself.
Because recruiters interview applicants with two-page résumés, make it two pages.
Because experts are divided between one- or two-page résumé length, make your résumé a page and a half.
Which approach to organizing parts of your résumé will help to strategically profile your skills and experiences?
Place your most important qualifications last so that they will be remembered.
Use as many headings as needed to present your experiences and skills.
Emphasize your skills and achievements aimed at a particular job or company.
Always place the education section before the work experience section.
The advantages of building a LinkedIn résumé to have in addition to your print résumé are that you can expand the description of your skills and qualifications, add media such as images, hyperlinks, and more, and _______.
you don’t have to worry about proofreading your résumé because errors don’t matter in an online format
you can upload personal photos as you would with Facebook or Instagram
you can use I to tell your story more personally
you can save money by not printing your résumé on paper
Opinions on the use of a career objective are mixed. Which of the following is the best reason for candidates to add a career objective to their résumés?
An objective shows flexibility and indicates that a candidate is adaptable and willing to change to suit the employer's needs.
The primary goal of an objective is to make the recruiter's life easier by quickly classifying the résumé, which means the applicant is more likely to be hired.
An objective can rapidly disqualify a candidate if the stated objective does not match a company's job description.
An objective can tell the prospective employer that this candidate is sure about what he or she wants to do.
Which of the following is an example of a well-written career objective for a résumé?
An entry-level position in the marketing area with a possibility of promotion
A challenging job at an organization that raises the bar in data security
Serving as a team player in a company where independent thinking is a top priority
An accounting position in which ten years' experience and a license as a CPA will allow me to assist your company with payroll, employee benefits, and governmental tax and records reporting
Which statement accurately describes the summary of qualifications portion of a résumé?
Recruiters and hiring managers dislike the summary of qualifications section because it adds reading time.
The summary of qualifications usually appears at the end of a résumé to provide a strong closing.
Smart job seekers add a summary of their most impressive qualifications to their résumés to save the time of recruiters and hiring managers.
The summary of qualifications section is typically one or two concise paragraphs.
In the education section of your résumé, you should _______.
list all college courses that you have taken to give the employer a complete picture
include relevant seminars attended and workshops completed
list only colleges where you have completed a degree or certificate program
specify your high school and college GPAs
Which of these résumé tips is correct?
Don't list awards and honors on a résumé; if you list them, you will appear to be bragging.
Omit school and community activities from your résumé because they are unrelated to your work experience.
Include your personal information (height, weight, and marital status) to give a potential employer a complete picture.
Improve the visual impact of your résumé by placing your employment achievements and relevant job duties in an easy-to-read bulleted list.
Which of the following statements is an example of quantifying an achievement on a résumé?
Directed workflow and scheduling for emergency room personnel
Performed preventative maintenance on production equipment
Achieved 125 percent of production goal for three consecutive quarters
Knowledgeable in a variety of production processes and Just-in-Time theories
Which of the following statements uses an action verb to highlight an aptitude?
Competent in creation of multimedia presentations
Mastered QuickBooks Pro accounting software in 20 hours with minimal instruction
Ability to develop innovative and interactive Web pages
Adaptable to changing work environments
Which of the following statements about personal data on a résumé should you follow?
Résumés should include an individual's birth date, marital status, height, weight, national origin, health, disabilities, and religious affiliation.
Smart job seekers do not include hobbies or interests on their résumés because they know that recruiters cannot legally inquire about such information.
Résumés in the United States should omit personal data.
Résumés in the United States should include a personal photo to show what you look like.
Which of the following statements regarding the use of references on your résumé should you follow?
Include a list of references directly on the résumé.
Do not include personal or character references.
Remember that companies generally check references before a job interview to learn about a candidate in advance.
Be sure to add the statement References furnished upon request at the bottom of your résumé.
Research shows that readers of online résumés approach them using which letter as a pattern?
I
F
H
U
In considering ethical issues regarding résumés, which of the following practices is acceptable?
Misrepresenting a job title to make it sound more important
Extending employment dates to avoid showing periods of unemployment
Making your job duties sound more impressive and responsible than they really were
Putting the GPA for your major courses only (for example 3.6/4.0 in major) when your actual GPA is not stellar
Because your résumé is probably the most important document you will ever write, you should _______.
enhance your job titles to make your résumé more impressive
include ample use of the personal pronoun I to make it more personal
consider having a knowledgeable friend or relative proofread it
use a professional résumé service to prepare your résumé
Some of today's employers often use applicant tracking software to sort and evaluate résumés. Which of these steps will maximize the "hits" your résumé receives from this kind of software?
Describe your experience, education, and qualifications in general terms.
Avoid abbreviations and acronyms, especially those related to the job title.
Include a keyword summary that highlights your qualifications and experiences.
Focus on nouns that describe your skills and qualifications.
An e-portfolio is _______.
an electronic copy of a résumé recorded on a CD or flash drive
the addition of work samples and personal information as an attachment to an embedded résumé
a collection of digital files that can be accessed with the use of menus and hyperlinks
the name given to résumés posted on job-search websites such as Monster.com
Which of the following statements about video résumés is correct?
They allow candidates to demonstrate their public speaking, interpersonal, and technical skills more impressively than in print résumés.
They are appropriate for all professional fields.
They should be at least 15 minutes in length to showcase a candidate's background and skills.
They require expensive high-quality equipment to make.
Why do some employers prefer to receive résumé information submitted in a plain-text format?
The plain text format helps to avoid possible e-mail viruses.
They want to save money on printing, and plain text résumés use less ink.
Some employers find the extra formatting on résumés distracting.
They want all of the résumés to be in the same format so that they are all treated the same.
Which of the following statements about plain-text résumés is correct?
Plain-text résumés are in high demand for electronic applications because recruiters and employers no longer ask candidates to send application materials by postal mail.
A plain-text format is widely used for posting to online job boards and for applying by e-mail.
Plain-text résumés will look exactly like the original and cannot be altered without Adobe Acrobat and other conversion software.
A plain-text résumé enables a job candidate to present their experiences, qualifications, and interests in video form.
When creating a plain-text résumé, you should _______.
use white space or a line of hyphens or equal signs to separate sections
add tabs and tables to emphasize important information
use bullets to enhance the readability of your résumé
add lots of images, designs, and colors for visual impact
An applicant tracking systems (ATS) is more likely to select your résumé if it focuses on _______.
verbs
nouns
adjectives
dates
The purpose of a cover message is to _______.
showcase an applicant's command of the English language
secure a job interview
introduce the résumé
repeat the information presented on the résumé
The biggest error job seekers make when writing a cover message is _______.
misspelling the receiver's name or the company's name
forgetting to enclose their résumé
making the letter too generic
not asking for the interview
If you cannot find the name of a person to address your cover message to, which of the following is a recommended alternative?
The phrase To Whom It May Concern
A descriptive subject line such as Marketing Specialist Position
The phrase Hiring Manager
The name of the CEO
In the opening of an unsolicited cover message, you should aim to be more persuasive by demonstrating knowledge of the reader's business and _______.
telling them the salary you would like to earn
showing how your specific skills will benefit the company
specifying the type of position you're seeking
explaining why you need a job
In the body of a cover message, you should _______.
repeat the information presented on your résumé
explain why you need a job
emphasize writer benefits because hiring officers want to know what appeals to you about this particular company
demonstrate your qualifications and show how they fit the targeted job
Which of the following statements presents a job candidate's information in the body of a cover message as a match for what the hiring manager's job posting is looking for?
I am a qualified and fully licensed pediatric nurse.
Your posting description closely matches my experiences assisting dysfunctional families in crisis, and recently I've taken seminars in family dynamics to develop the additional skills that your ad indicates are essential.
You need a licensed, registered nurse, and I meet those qualifications.
Having graduated summa cum laude from Southwest College, I am well-prepared and eager to apply my knowledge in nursing.
Which of the following sentences matches the recommended approach for closing a cover message?
You should schedule my interview on Tuesday, September 7, at 10 a.m.
Please feel free to call me at your earliest convenience.
I hope you contact me soon to set up an interview for the systems analyst position.
To add to your team an experienced systems analyst with proven analytical and troubleshooting skills, call me at (555) 555-4321 to arrange an interview.
Which of the following pieces of advice regarding whether or not and how to send a cover message accompanying a résumé sent by e-mail or fax is recommended?
Take the time to prepare a customized cover message to accompany your résumé sent electronically.
Send your cover message separately from an e-mailed résumé.
Shorten your e-mail or cover message to a brief statement such as Please consider the attached résumé for your opening.
Skip the cover message entirely because the fax or e-mail includes your name.
Which of the following suggestions will contribute to creating a successful cover message?
Use different paper colors and paper types for your résumé and cover message to create a strong visual impact.
Make activities and outcomes, not yourself, the subject of sentences to reduce overuse of "I."
Use a creative letter style to surprise the reader and make a big impact.
Keep the focus on your skills and traits through frequent use of "I" statements.
A successful job search today should _______.
use only traditional job search techniques
use only modern, digital job search techniques, taking advantage of social media and online job boards
focus only on networking so as to tap into the hidden job market
use a blend of traditional and modern approaches to job hunting
In today's competitive job market, the emphasis of the job search is on what the applicant wants and needs.
True
False
The job-search process begins long before you are ready to prepare your résumé because you must invest time and effort in self-evaluation.
True
False
The first step in a job search is selecting an appropriate résumé format.
True
False
You can decide what qualifications you possess and how you can prove them by asking yourself What evidence can I offer that I am a self-starter or a leader?
True
False
Students who are serious about the job search should include an internship in their education.
True
False
Today, most jobs are filled through the open job market.
True
False
CareerBuilder is an example of a niche job searching site.
True
False
In today’s digital world, how do most candidates find jobs?
Mobile technologies
Social media
Job boards
Networking and referrals
Many job seekers today use social networking sites like Facebook and LinkedIn to network and to find positions.
True
False
To conduct a safe job search online, you should post your information privately and limit your personal information.
True
False
More jobs are found through referrals and person-to-person contacts than through any other method.
True
False
LinkedIn is the No. 1 social media site to use when looking for a job.
True
False
An important step in the job-search process is building a brand for yourself.
True
False
Munerah is a recent college graduate and does not have a lot of work experience. Which résumé format should she use?
Chronological format
Functional Format
Video résumé
plain text résumé
Under what circumstances should a résumé be only one page in length?
If the candidate has less than ten years of experience and only one or two employers
If the candidate is a senior-level manager with many major accomplishments
If the candidate has more than ten years of experience
If the candidate has extensive and detailed information to show how they fit the position
The first line of your résumé should always be the position you are seeking.
True
False
If you include a career objective on your résumé, it should focus on what you are hoping to gain.
True
False
Where should the summary section be placed on a résumé?
At the top of the résumé
At the bottom of the résumé
In the professional section of the résumé
In the margin next to the professional section
On your résumé, providing the GPA for only the courses in your declared major is considered unethical.
True
False
In the work experience section of your résumé, you should include only those jobs that you think will help you win the targeted position.
True
False
A résumé should include personal data (birth date, health, height, weight, and sometimes a photograph) to help the recruiter finalize his or her decision.
True
False
References should be listed on a résumé.
True
False
Because they expect you to showcase your strengths and hide your weaknesses, employers say it is acceptable to self-promote and distort facts on your résumé.
True
False
Proofreading a résumé is important because a résumé must be perfect.
True
False
Once your résumé is submitted to a company, the first reader of it may be a computer.
True
False
You can maximize recognition of your résumé by a tracking system if you focus on incorporating targeted noun phrases.
True
False
The advantages of career e-portfolios are that they can be posted online, viewed at the employer’s convenience, are easy to share, and _______.
can show off your talents and qualifications more thoroughly than a print résumé
will save paper
hide gaps in your employment history
are helpful if you are switching industries
A video résumé allows candidates to demonstrate their public speaking, interpersonal, and technical skills more impressively than they can in a traditional print résumé.
True
False
Another name for a video résumé is an infographic résumé.
True
False
One advantage of creating a résumé on LinkedIn is that you can expand the description of your skills and qualifications.
True
False
Résumés should always be submitted as Word documents to ensure that your intended formatting is retained.
True
False
The purpose of a cover message is to secure a job interview.
True
False
A cover message should always be limited to one page.
True
False
The biggest mistake job seekers make when writing cover messages is making them sound too generic.
True
False
You can make your cover message more appealing by addressing it specifically to the Human Resources Department or Hiring Manager.
True
False
If an employment position has been announced and applicants are being solicited, you can write your cover message using a direct approach.
True
False
I hope to hear from you soon is an effective closing for a cover message.
True
False
A résumé sent by e-mail should not be accompanied by a cover message.
True
False
You should work to minimize the use of I in a cover message.
True
False
The job market in which jobs are advertised or listed is known as the ______.
open job market
hidden job market
digital job market
niche job market
The job market in which jobs are advertised or listed is known as the ______.
open job market
hidden job market
digital job market
niche job market
What is personal branding?
Identifying what your favorite consumer brands are
Making a personal logo to put on all of your job search documents
Identifying what makes you special and desirable in the job market
Identifying what makes you similar to your peers
Which style of résumé lists work history job by job, starting with the most recent position?
Video résumé
Career e-portfolio
Functional
Chronological
What style of résumé focuses on a candidate's skills rather than on past employment?
Video résumé
Career e-portfolio
Functional
Chronological
Which part of the résumé identifies your most impressive accomplishments relevant to the position and may appear near the top of your résumé?
Professional experience
Summary
Educational experience
Resume header
What are the advantages of creating a video résumé?
The format does not require proofing or spell checking.
The format allows candidates to demonstrate their public speaking, interpersonal, and technical skills.
Creating a video résumé requires less time than writing a traditional résumé.
The video résumé can be as long as you like.
To optimize "hits" and increase the likelihood of an automated applicant tracking system selecting your résumé, you should focus on ______.
nouns only
verbs only
adjectives
nouns and verbs
In the closing of a cover message, you should work to motivate ______.
action
respect
admiration
interest
In the body of the cover message, you should ______.
emphasize reader benefits
motivate action
get the reader’s attention
identify your purpose
